CVE-2014-4371
First published: Thu Sep 18 2014(Updated: )
The network-statistics interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not properly initialize memory, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive memory-content and memory-layout information via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-4419, CVE-2014-4420, and CVE-2014-4421.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| tvOS | <=6.2 | |
| tvOS | =6.0 | |
| tvOS | =6.0.1 | |
| tvOS | =6.0.2 | |
| tvOS | =6.1 | |
| tvOS | =6.1.1 | |
| tvOS | =6.1.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.9.5 | |
| iPhone OS | <=7.1.2 | |
| 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 | |
| iPhone OS | =7.1.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0106.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-09/0107.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69919
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96100
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4371?
CVE-2014-4371 has been classified as a high-severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4371?
To fix CVE-2014-4371, update your device to the latest version of Apple iOS or tvOS that contains the necessary security patches.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-4371?
CVE-2014-4371 affects Apple iOS versions before 8 and Apple TV versions before 7.
What impact does CVE-2014-4371 have on my device?
CVE-2014-4371 allows attackers to obtain sensitive memory content and layout information via a crafted application.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-4371?
There are no official workarounds for CVE-2014-4371, and the best defense is to apply the latest updates provided by Apple.
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