How severe is CVE-2014-4499?

CVE-2014-4499 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2014-4499 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2014-4499?

CVE-2014-4499 affects Apple Mac Os X. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4499?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2014-4499 published?

CVE-2014-4499 was published on 2015-01-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2014-4499

CVE-2014-4499 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Apple Mac Os X
Published: 2015-01-30
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

The App Store process in CommerceKit Framework in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 places Apple ID credentials in App Store logs, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2014-4499?: The App Store process in CommerceKit Framework in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 places Apple ID credentials in App Store logs, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by reading a file.
How severe is CVE-2014-4499?: CVE-2014-4499 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2014-4499 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2014-4499?: CVE-2014-4499 affects Apple Mac Os X. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2014-4499?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2014-4499 published?: CVE-2014-4499 was published on 2015-01-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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