CVE-2014-4418: Input Validation

Published Sep 18, 2014
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Updated

IOKit in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not properly validate IODataQueue object metadata, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via an application that provides crafted values in unspecified metadata fields, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-4388.

Affected Software

17 affected components
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
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

Event History

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

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4418?

CVE-2014-4418 is considered a high severity vulnerability allowing arbitrary code execution in a privileged context.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-4418?

To fix CVE-2014-4418, update your iOS device to version 8 or later.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-4418?

CVE-2014-4418 affects iOS versions prior to 8 and tvOS versions before 7.

4

Can CVE-2014-4418 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2014-4418 requires an attacker to deploy a malicious application to exploit the vulnerability.

5

What are the potential impacts of CVE-2014-4418?

The potential impacts of CVE-2014-4418 include unauthorized access and execution of malicious code on affected devices.

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