CVE-2014-8824

Critical

Description

The kernel in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 does not properly validate IODataQueue object metadata fields, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted app.

SeverityCritical
CVSS10.0
Exploit probability—
ProductApple Mac Os X
PublishedJan 30, 2015
First seenJan 30, 2015

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
apple mac_os_xv ≤ 10.10.1—

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