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CVE-2014-8826

MediumPublished

LaunchServices in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 does not properly handle file-type metadata, which allows attackers to bypass the Gatekeeper protection...

Published: Jan 30, 2015
Updated: Aug 6, 2024
Assigning CNA: apple
Evidence observed: Jan 29, 2015

Primary CVSS

5.0/ 10Medium

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

EPSS probability estimate

8.7%

Low · next 30 days

Percentile: 95.0%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

LaunchServices in Apple OS X before 10.10.2 does not properly handle file-type metadata, which allows attackers to bypass the Gatekeeper protection mechanism via a crafted JAR archive.

Sources

Apple Mac OSX < 10.10.x - GateKeeper BypassExploit
Amplia Security Research · osx · Jan 29, 2015

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