CVE-2014-4488: Critical severity iphone os vulnerability

Published Jan 30, 2015
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Updated

IOHIDFamily in Apple iOS before 8.1.3, Apple OS X before 10.10.2, and Apple TV before 7.0.3 does not properly validate resource-queue metadata, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Apple iPhone OS<=8.1.2
Apple iOS and macOS<=10.10.1
Apple tvOS<=7.0.1

Event History

Jan 30, 2015
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2014-4488?

CVE-2014-4488 has been rated as high severity due to the potential for arbitrary code execution in a privileged context.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-4488?

To fix CVE-2014-4488, users should update their devices to the latest software version: iOS 8.1.3, OS X 10.10.2, or tvOS 7.0.3 or higher.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2014-4488?

CVE-2014-4488 affects Apple iOS versions before 8.1.3, OS X versions before 10.10.2, and tvOS versions before 7.0.3.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2014-4488?

CVE-2014-4488 can be exploited by attackers through crafted applications to execute arbitrary code.

5

Is it safe to use devices vulnerable to CVE-2014-4488?

Using devices vulnerable to CVE-2014-4488 poses a security risk and it is strongly recommended to apply the necessary updates.

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