CVE-2014-4408: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Sep 18 2014(Updated: )
The rt_setgate function in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 allows local users to gain privileges or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and device crash) via a crafted call.
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 | |
| 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 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.9.5 |
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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://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69939
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96086
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4408?
CVE-2014-4408 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for privilege escalation and causing denial of service.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-4408?
CVE-2014-4408 affects Apple iOS versions prior to 8, Apple TV versions before 7, and certain versions of macOS Yosemite.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4408?
To fix CVE-2014-4408, update affected devices to the latest software version provided by Apple.
What impact does CVE-2014-4408 have on users?
CVE-2014-4408 can allow local users to gain elevated privileges or crash the device through out-of-bounds read vulnerabilities.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-4408?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2014-4408 other than applying the relevant software updates.
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