Vulnerability Description
The iTunes Store component in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 allows remote attackers to bypass a Safari sandbox protection mechanism by leveraging redirection of an SSL URL to the iTunes Store.
CVSS Score
6.8
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 8.1.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-010/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100533
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00001.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/HT204245Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031652
- http://zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-15-010/
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100533
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-8840?
CVE-2014-8840 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The iTunes Store component in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 allows remote attackers to bypass a Safari sandbox protection mechanism by leveraging redirection of an SSL URL to the iTunes Store.
How severe is CVE-2014-8840?
CVE-2014-8840 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-8840?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.