CVE-2014-4376: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Fri Sep 19 2014(Updated: )
IOKit in IOAcceleratorFamily in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context or cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference) via an application that provides crafted API arguments.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.5 | |
| 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 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.9.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4376?
CVE-2014-4376 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4376?
To mitigate CVE-2014-4376, users should update their version of macOS to 10.9.5 or later.
What versions of macOS are affected by CVE-2014-4376?
CVE-2014-4376 affects macOS versions 10.8.5 and 10.9 to 10.9.4.
Can CVE-2014-4376 be exploited without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2014-4376 can be exploited through crafted API calls, potentially without user interaction.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-4376?
The impacts of CVE-2014-4376 include arbitrary code execution in a privileged context and denial of service due to NULL pointer dereference.
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