Vulnerability Description
The Screen Lock implementation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 does not immediately accept Keychain Status menu Lock Screen commands, and instead incorrectly relies on a certain timeout setting, which allows physically proximate attackers to obtain sensitive information by reading a screen that should have transitioned into the locked state.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| 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/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-5187?
CVE-2013-5187 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.9 (LOW). The Screen Lock implementation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 does not immediately accept Keychain Status menu Lock Screen commands, and instead incorrectly relies on a certain timeout setting, which a...
How severe is CVE-2013-5187?
CVE-2013-5187 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-5187?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.