1.9
CWE
264
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-1352

First published: Tue Jul 01 2014(Updated: )

Lock Screen in Apple iOS before 7.1.2 does not properly enforce the limit on failed passcode attempts, which makes it easier for physically proximate attackers to conduct brute-force passcode-guessing attacks via unspecified vectors.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
iPhone OS<=7.1.1
iPhone OS=7.0
iPhone OS=7.0.1
iPhone OS=7.0.2
iPhone OS=7.0.3
iPhone OS=7.0.4
iPhone OS=7.0.5
iPhone OS=7.0.6
iPhone OS=7.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-1352?

    CVE-2014-1352 has a moderate severity as it allows for brute-force passcode guessing attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-1352?

    To fix CVE-2014-1352, update your Apple iOS to version 7.1.2 or later.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2014-1352?

    CVE-2014-1352 affects devices running Apple iOS versions prior to 7.1.2.

  • What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2014-1352?

    CVE-2014-1352 can be exploited through physical access to the device for brute-force passcode attempts.

  • Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-1352?

    There is no official workaround for CVE-2014-1352 other than upgrading to a secure version of iOS.

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