CVE-2014-1282

Vulnerability

The Profiles component in Apple iOS before 7.1 and Apple TV before 6.1 allows attackers to bypass intended configuration-profile visibility requirements by supplying a long name. This issue affects iPhones (4 and later), iPod touch (5th generation and later), iPads (2 and later), and Apple TV (2nd generation and later) running vulnerable software versions [1][2].

Exploitation

An attacker with the ability to create or modify a configuration profile, such as through a malicious backup or via an MDM server, can set a long name for the profile. The long name causes the profile to be hidden from the user's view, bypassing visibility controls. The exact attack vector is not publicly detailed, but the vulnerability is triggered by the profile name length.

Impact

Successful exploitation allows an attacker to install configuration profiles without the user's knowledge. This could enable the attacker to alter device settings, install certificates, or perform other actions that compromise the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of the device. The user remains unaware of the hidden profile.

Mitigation

Apple addressed this vulnerability in iOS 7.1 and Apple TV 6.1, released on March 10, 2014 [1][2]. Users should update to these or later versions. No workarounds are available; updating is the only mitigation.