CVE-2014-4440

Name: CVE-2014-4440
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2014-10-18T01:55:13.76+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.10%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2014-4440 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MCX Desktop Config Profiles implementation in Apple OS X before 10.10 retains web-proxy settings from uninstalled mobile-configuration profiles, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging access to an unintended proxy server.. EPSS estimates a 2.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The MCX Desktop Config Profiles implementation in Apple OS X before 10.10 retains web-proxy settings from uninstalled mobile-configuration profiles, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information in opportunistic circumstances by leveraging access to an unintended proxy server.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.10%

79.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.9.5

References

http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.htmlBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70631Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97628
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory
http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2014-10/0101.htmlBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/70631Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securitytracker.com/id/1031063Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97628
https://support.apple.com/kb/HT6535Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 18, 2014
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-4440?

How severe is CVE-2014-4440?

Severity scoring for CVE-2014-4440 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.10% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2014-4440?

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-2014-4440?

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Source: NVD / NIST