What is the severity of CVE-2014-1281?

CVE-2014-1281 has a medium severity rating, indicating a moderate risk to users.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1281?

To remediate CVE-2014-1281, users should update their Apple iOS devices to version 7.1 or later.

What kind of attacks are possible due to CVE-2014-1281?

CVE-2014-1281 enables physically proximate attackers to access sensitive photo data through the Photos app.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-1281?

CVE-2014-1281 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 7.1.

Can I still use my device if it is affected by CVE-2014-1281?

While you can still use your device, it is recommended to update to avoid the vulnerability associated with CVE-2014-1281.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2014-1281

low

1.9

CWE

264

14/3/2014

6/8/2024

CVE-2014-1281

First published: Fri Mar 14 2014(Updated: )

Photos Backend in Apple iOS before 7.1 does not properly manage the asset-library cache during deletions, which allows physically proximate attackers to obtain sensitive photo data by launching the Photos app and looking under a transparent image.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iPhone OS	<=7.0.6
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0.1
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0.2
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0.3
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0.4
Apple iPhone OS	=7.0.5

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Reference Links

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6162

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 has a medium severity rating, indicating a moderate risk to users.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1281?
To remediate CVE-2014-1281, users should update their Apple iOS devices to version 7.1 or later.
What kind of attacks are possible due to CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 enables physically proximate attackers to access sensitive photo data through the Photos app.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 7.1.
Can I still use my device if it is affected by CVE-2014-1281?
While you can still use your device, it is recommended to update to avoid the vulnerability associated with CVE-2014-1281.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 has a medium severity rating, indicating a moderate risk to users.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1281?
To remediate CVE-2014-1281, users should update their Apple iOS devices to version 7.1 or later.
What kind of attacks are possible due to CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 enables physically proximate attackers to access sensitive photo data through the Photos app.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-1281?
CVE-2014-1281 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 7.1.
Can I still use my device if it is affected by CVE-2014-1281?
While you can still use your device, it is recommended to update to avoid the vulnerability associated with CVE-2014-1281.