CVE-2014-1259: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 27, 2014
·Updated
Buffer overflow in File Bookmark in Apple OS X before 10.9.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted filename.
Affected Software
21 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.9.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.0
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.7.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.0
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.2
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.8.5-supplemental_update
Apple iOS and macOS=10.9
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.0
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.1
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.2
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.3
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.4
Apple Mac OS X Server=10.7.5
Event History
Feb 27, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:55 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1259?
CVE-2014-1259 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow attackers to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-1259?
To fix CVE-2014-1259, update your Apple OS X to version 10.9.2 or later.
3
Which versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2014-1259?
CVE-2014-1259 affects Apple OS X versions prior to 10.9.2, including 10.7.x and 10.8.x versions.
4
Can CVE-2014-1259 cause denial of service attacks?
Yes, CVE-2014-1259 can cause a denial of service by crashing the application.
5
What type of code can be executed due to CVE-2014-1259?
CVE-2014-1259 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access or data compromise.