CVE-2014-4415: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Sep 18 2014(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.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mobile Safari | =6.1 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | =7.1 | |
| 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 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=7.1.2 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.1 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.2 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.3 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.4 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.5 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.0.6 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =7.1 | |
| iStyle @cosme 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://secunia.com/advisories/61306
- http://secunia.com/advisories/61318
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6440
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6441
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6442
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/69881
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1030866
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/96035
- https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6537
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-4415?
CVE-2014-4415 is rated as critical due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4415?
To mitigate CVE-2014-4415, update your Apple iOS or tvOS device to the latest version that contains the security patch.
Which Apple products are affected by CVE-2014-4415?
CVE-2014-4415 affects Apple Safari versions 6.1 and 7.1, along with specific versions of tvOS and iPhone OS prior to 7.1.2.
What types of attacks can CVE-2014-4415 facilitate?
CVE-2014-4415 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause application crashes via crafted web content.
Is CVE-2014-4415 a known issue or a new vulnerability?
CVE-2014-4415 is a known vulnerability disclosed in September 2014, separate from other listed WebKit vulnerabilities.
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