CVE-2014-8829
CVE-2014-8829 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Apple Mac Os X
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
SceneKit in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted app.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2014-8829?
- SceneKit in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 allows attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds write) via a crafted app.
- How severe is CVE-2014-8829?
- CVE-2014-8829 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2014-8829 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2014-8829?
- CVE-2014-8829 affects Apple Mac Os X. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2014-8829?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2014-8829 published?
- CVE-2014-8829 was published on 2015-01-30 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2015/Jan/msg00003.html
- http://support.apple.com/HT204244
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031650
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/100523
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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