What is the severity of CVE-2014-4480?

CVE-2014-4480 is rated as high severity due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4480?

To mitigate CVE-2014-4480, update your Apple iOS to version 8.1.3 or later, or Apple TV to version 7.0.3 or later.

Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-4480?

CVE-2014-4480 affects Apple iOS versions before 8.1.3 and Apple TV versions before 7.0.3.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-4480?

CVE-2014-4480 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations.

Can CVE-2014-4480 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2014-4480 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate symlinks.

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CVE-2014-4480

critical

CWE

30/1/2015

6/8/2024

CVE-2014-4480

First published: Fri Jan 30 2015(Updated: )

Directory traversal vulnerability in afc in AppleFileConduit in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations by creating a symlink.

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Apple iPhone OS	<=8.1.2
tvOS	<=7.0.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 is rated as high severity due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4480?
To mitigate CVE-2014-4480, update your Apple iOS to version 8.1.3 or later, or Apple TV to version 7.0.3 or later.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 affects Apple iOS versions before 8.1.3 and Apple TV versions before 7.0.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations.
Can CVE-2014-4480 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-4480 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate symlinks.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 is rated as high severity due to its potential to allow unauthorized access to sensitive files.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4480?
To mitigate CVE-2014-4480, update your Apple iOS to version 8.1.3 or later, or Apple TV to version 7.0.3 or later.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 affects Apple iOS versions before 8.1.3 and Apple TV versions before 7.0.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-4480?
CVE-2014-4480 is a directory traversal vulnerability that allows attackers to access unintended filesystem locations.
Can CVE-2014-4480 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2014-4480 could potentially be exploited remotely if an attacker can manipulate symlinks.