CVE-2013-0983

Name: CVE-2013-0983
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-06-05T14:39:55.463+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.46%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-0983 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack consumption vulnerability in CoreAnimation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.8.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted text glyph in a URL encountered by Safari.. EPSS estimates a 2.46% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack consumption vulnerability in CoreAnimation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.8.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted text glyph in a URL encountered by Safari.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.46%

82.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	<= 10.8.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.8.0
Apple	Mac Os X	10.8.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.8.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jun/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jun/msg00000.htmlVendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5784Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 5, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-0983?

How severe is CVE-2013-0983?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-0983 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.46% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-0983?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST