CVE-2014-1356: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Jul 01 2014(Updated: )
Heap-based buffer overflow in launchd in Apple iOS before 7.1.2, Apple OS X before 10.9.4, and Apple TV before 6.1.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted application that sends IPC messages.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.9.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.9.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.9.3 | |
| 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 | |
| tvOS | <=6.1.1 | |
| tvOS | =6.0 | |
| tvOS | =6.0.1 | |
| tvOS | =6.0.2 | |
| tvOS | =6.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-06/0172.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-06/0174.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-06/0175.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/59475
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6296
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030500
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-1356?
CVE-2014-1356 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2014-1356?
To fix CVE-2014-1356, users should update their Apple devices to iOS 7.1.2, OS X 10.9.4, or tvOS 6.1.2.
What systems are affected by CVE-2014-1356?
CVE-2014-1356 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 7.1.2, OS X versions prior to 10.9.4, and tvOS versions prior to 6.1.2.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-1356 enable?
CVE-2014-1356 enables attackers to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted IPC messages.
When was CVE-2014-1356 discovered?
CVE-2014-1356 was reported publicly in June 2014.
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