CVE-2014-4354: Medium severity apple iPhone OS vulnerability
Published Sep 18, 2014
·Updated
Apple iOS before 8 enables Bluetooth during all upgrade actions, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via a Bluetooth session.
Affected Software
10 affected components
apple iPhone OS<=7.1.2
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
apple iPhone OS=7.0.6
apple iPhone OS=7.1
apple iPhone OS=7.1.1
Event History
Sep 18, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4354?
CVE-2014-4354 is considered a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation.
2
How do I fix CVE-2014-4354?
To fix CVE-2014-4354, update your Apple iOS device to version 8 or later.
3
Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2014-4354?
CVE-2014-4354 affects iOS versions prior to 8, specifically versions 7.0 through 7.1.1.
4
What type of attack can exploit CVE-2014-4354?
CVE-2014-4354 can be exploited through unauthorized Bluetooth sessions, allowing remote attackers to bypass access restrictions.
5
Is Bluetooth always enabled during iOS upgrades due to CVE-2014-4354?
Yes, CVE-2014-4354 enables Bluetooth during all upgrade actions, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.