CVE-2014-4495: Critical severity iphone os vulnerability

Published Jan 30, 2015
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Updated

The kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.3, Apple OS X before 10.10.2, and Apple TV before 7.0.3 does not enforce the read-only attribute of a shared memory segment during use of a custom cache mode, which allows attackers to bypass intended access restrictions 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-2014-4495?

CVE-2014-4495 has a medium severity rating due to the potential for attackers to bypass access restrictions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2014-4495?

To fix CVE-2014-4495, update your Apple iOS to version 8.1.3 or later, macOS to version 10.10.2 or later, and tvOS to version 7.0.3 or later.

3

What versions are affected by CVE-2014-4495?

CVE-2014-4495 affects iOS versions prior to 8.1.3, macOS versions before 10.10.2, and tvOS versions before 7.0.3.

4

Can exploiting CVE-2014-4495 enable remote code execution?

Exploiting CVE-2014-4495 can potentially allow for unauthorized access but does not directly lead to remote code execution.

5

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2014-4495?

CVE-2014-4495 is a permissive access control vulnerability in the kernel related to shared memory segments.

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