CVE-2014-4414: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 18, 2014
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Updated

WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2014-09-17-1 and APPLE-SA-2014-09-17-2.

Affected Software

18 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
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.9.4
Apple tvOS<=6.2
Apple tvOS=6.0
Apple tvOS=6.0.1
Apple tvOS=6.0.2
Apple tvOS=6.1
Apple tvOS=6.1.1
Apple tvOS=6.1.2

Event History

Sep 18, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4414?

CVE-2014-4414 has a high severity rating due to its ability to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

2

What versions are affected by CVE-2014-4414?

CVE-2014-4414 affects Apple iOS versions before 8, Apple TV versions before 7, and certain versions of macOS and tvOS.

3

How do I fix CVE-2014-4414?

To fix CVE-2014-4414, users should update their devices to the latest software version that addresses this vulnerability.

4

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2014-4414?

CVE-2014-4414 can be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a memory corruption leading to application crashes.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-4414?

There are no known workarounds for CVE-2014-4414; updating to the patched version is the recommended course of action.

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