CVE-2014-4496: The mach_port_kobject interface in the kernel in Apple iOS before 8.1.3 and Apple TV before 7.0.3 does not...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This Apple kernel issue exposed information that helped attackers defeat ASLR, a defense that makes exploitation harder. A crafted app could make later attacks more reliable. The sources identify fixed versions for iOS and Apple TV, but do not report active exploitation. Exposure is limited to legacy Apple iOS devices running before 8.1.3 and Apple TV devices running before 7.0.3. Organizations with modern managed Apple fleets are unlikely to be exposed unless old or unmanaged devices remain in use. Treat this as a legacy platform risk. It warrants prompt cleanup if affected Apple devices remain, but the available sources do not justify emergency response without exposed assets or active exploitation evidence. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected iOS devices to 8.1.3 or later where supported.; Upgrade affected Apple TV devices to 7.0.3 or later where supported.; Remove or isolate devices that cannot run fixed Apple versions..

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Jun 14, 2026, 05:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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