CVE-2014-1255

Name: CVE-2014-1255
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-02-27T01:55:03.85+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.59%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-1255 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.9.2 does not properly validate calls to the free function, which allows attackers to bypass the App Sandbox protection mechanism via crafted Mach messages.. EPSS estimates a 1.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apple Type Services (ATS) in Apple OS X before 10.9.2 does not properly validate calls to the free function, which allows attackers to bypass the App Sandbox protection mechanism via crafted Mach messages.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.59%

72.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.9.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.9

References

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6150Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT6150Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Feb 27, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-1255?

How severe is CVE-2014-1255?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-1255 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1255?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST