Vulnerability Description
LaunchServices in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 does not properly handle file-type metadata, which allows attackers to bypass the Gatekeeper protection mechanism via a crafted JAR archive.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.10.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130147/OS-X-Gatekeeper-Bypass.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Jan/109
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244Vendor Advisory
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/35934
- http://www.osvdb.org/117659
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/534567/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/72341
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031650Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100519
- https://www.ampliasecurity.com/advisories/os-x-gatekeeper-bypass-vulnerability.h
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/130147/OS-X-Gatekeeper-Bypass.htmlExploit
- http://seclists.org/fulldisclosure/2015/Jan/109
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8826?
CVE-2014-8826 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). LaunchServices in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 does not properly handle file-type metadata, which allows attackers to bypass the Gatekeeper protection mechanism via a crafted JAR archive.
How severe is CVE-2014-8826?
CVE-2014-8826 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-8826?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.