Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-8819 is a local privilege escalation flaw in the Intel Graphics Driver in Apple OS X before 10.10.2. An attacker already able to run locally on an affected Mac could gain higher privileges. The public record does not provide technical vectors, CVSS scoring, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure appears limited to Apple OS X systems before 10.10.2 that use the Intel Graphics Driver. Organizations with legacy Mac endpoints, unmanaged laptops, or unsupported OS X images should assume potential exposure until inventory proves otherwise. Treat this as a legacy endpoint hygiene issue unless affected Macs remain in production. Prioritize remediation where old OS X systems handle sensitive data, support privileged administration, or are exposed to untrusted local users. Mitigation focus: Upgrade affected OS X systems to 10.10.2 or later per Apple guidance.; Inventory legacy Mac endpoints and remove unsupported OS X builds from production.; Restrict local account access on any Mac that cannot be upgraded promptly..
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- macosx-cve20148819-priv-esc(100500)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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