CVE-2014-1304: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 2, 2014
·Updated
WebKit, as used in Apple Safari before 6.1.3 and 7.x before 7.0.3, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2014-04-01-1.
Affected Software
12 affected components
Safari<=6.1.2
Safari=6.0
Safari=6.0.1
Safari=6.0.2
Safari=6.0.3
Safari=6.0.4
Safari=6.0.5
Safari=6.1
Safari=6.1.1
Safari=7.0
Safari=7.0.1
Safari=7.0.2
Event History
Apr 2, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1304?
CVE-2014-1304 has a critical severity level as it allows remote code execution or application crashes.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-1304?
To fix CVE-2014-1304, update Apple Safari to version 6.1.3 or 7.0.3 or later.
3
What versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2014-1304?
CVE-2014-1304 affects Safari versions prior to 6.1.3 and 7.x versions before 7.0.3.
4
Can CVE-2014-1304 cause data loss?
Yes, CVE-2014-1304 can potentially lead to data loss due to memory corruption.
5
Is it safe to browse the internet with an affected version of Safari related to CVE-2014-1304?
No, using an affected version poses a security risk due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.