Vulnerability Description
The IOUSBDeviceFamily driver in the USB implementation in the kernel in Apple iOS before 6.1.3 and Apple TV before 5.2.1 accesses pipe object pointers that originated in userspace, which allows local users to gain privileges via crafted code.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | <= 6.1.2 |
| Apple | Tvos | <= 5.2.0 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Mar/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5702Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5704Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Mar/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5702Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5704Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-0981?
CVE-2013-0981 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The IOUSBDeviceFamily driver in the USB implementation in the kernel in Apple iOS before 6.1.3 and Apple TV before 5.2.1 accesses pipe object pointers that originated in userspace, which allows local ...
How severe is CVE-2013-0981?
CVE-2013-0981 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-0981?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os, Apple Tvos.