CVE-2014-4409: Infoleak
First published: Thu Sep 18 2014(Updated: )
WebKit in Apple iOS before 8 makes it easier for remote attackers to track users during private browsing via a crafted web site that reads HTML5 application-cache data that had been stored during normal browsing.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 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://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN45442753/index.html
- http://jvndb.jvn.jp/ja/contents/2014/JVNDB-2014-004316.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6440
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69882
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69937
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96074
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4409?
CVE-2014-4409 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on user privacy.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4409?
To mitigate CVE-2014-4409, users should upgrade to a version of iOS later than 8.
Who is affected by CVE-2014-4409?
CVE-2014-4409 affects Apple iOS versions from 7.0 through 7.1.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-4409 enable?
CVE-2014-4409 enables remote attackers to track users during private browsing.
What is the main cause of CVE-2014-4409?
CVE-2014-4409 is caused by WebKit's handling of HTML5 application-cache data.
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- version/iphone os/7.0.3
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