CVE-2014-1264

Name: CVE-2014-1264
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-02-27T01:55:04.1+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.33%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-1264 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Finder in Apple OS X before 10.9.2 does not ensure ACL integrity after the viewing of file ACL information, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions in opportunistic circumstances via standard filesystem operations on a file with a damaged ACL.. EPSS estimates a 0.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Finder in Apple OS X before 10.9.2 does not ensure ACL integrity after the viewing of file ACL information, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions in opportunistic circumstances via standard filesystem operations on a file with a damaged ACL.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.33%

25.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

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-2014-1264?

How severe is CVE-2014-1264?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-1264 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1264?

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