CVE-2014-4390

Name: CVE-2014-4390
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-09-19T10:55:03.547+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.30%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-4390 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Bluetooth in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 does not properly validate API calls, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 2.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Bluetooth in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 does not properly validate API calls, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted application.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.30%

81.0th 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
Apple	Mac Os X	10.9.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.9.2
Apple	Mac Os X	10.9.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.9.4

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 19, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-4390?

Bluetooth in Apple OS X before 10.9.5 does not properly validate API calls, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code in a privileged context via a crafted application.

How severe is CVE-2014-4390?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4390 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4390?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2014-4390?

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Source: NVD / NIST