Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in Screen Sharing Server in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.5.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a VNC username.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | <= 3.5.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.8.5 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00007.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00007.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Oct/msg00008.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5135?
CVE-2013-5135 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in Screen Sharing Server in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.5.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers ...
How severe is CVE-2013-5135?
CVE-2013-5135 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5135?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Apple Remote Desktop, Apple Mac Os X.