CVE-2014-4421

CVE-2014-4421 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The network-statistics interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not properly initialize memory, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive memory-content and memory-layout information via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-4371, CVE-2014-4419, and CVE-2014-4420.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4421?
The network-statistics interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8 and Apple TV before 7 does not properly initialize memory, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive memory-content and memory-layout information via a crafted application, a different vulnerability than CVE-2014-4371, CVE-2014-4419, and CVE-2014-4420.
How severe is CVE-2014-4421?
CVE-2014-4421 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-4421 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4421?
CVE-2014-4421 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 18 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4421?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-4421 published?
CVE-2014-4421 was published on 2014-09-18 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (18)

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