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CVE-2013-4616

UnknownEPSS 0.93%

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CVE-2013-4616 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The WifiPasswordController generateDefaultPassword method in Preferences in Apple iOS 6 and earlier relies on the UITextChecker suggestWordInLanguage method for selection of Wi-Fi hotspot WPA2 PSK passphrases, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack that leverages the insufficient number of possible passphrases.. EPSS estimates a 0.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The WifiPasswordController generateDefaultPassword method in Preferences in Apple iOS 6 and earlier relies on the UITextChecker suggestWordInLanguage method for selection of Wi-Fi hotspot WPA2 PSK passphrases, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack that leverages the insufficient number of possible passphrases.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.93%

55.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AppleIphone Os<= 6.0
AppleIphone Os1.0.0
AppleIphone Os1.0.1
AppleIphone Os1.0.2
AppleIphone Os1.1.0
AppleIphone Os1.1.1
AppleIphone Os1.1.2
AppleIphone Os1.1.3
AppleIphone Os1.1.4
AppleIphone Os1.1.5
AppleIphone Os2.0
AppleIphone Os2.0.0
AppleIphone Os2.0.1
AppleIphone Os2.0.2
AppleIphone Os2.1
AppleIphone Os2.1.1
AppleIphone Os2.2
AppleIphone Os2.2.1
AppleIphone Os3.0
AppleIphone Os3.0.1
AppleIphone Os3.1
AppleIphone Os3.1.2
AppleIphone Os3.1.3
AppleIphone Os3.2
AppleIphone Os3.2.1
AppleIphone Os3.2.2
AppleIphone Os4.0
AppleIphone Os4.0.1
AppleIphone Os4.0.2
AppleIphone Os4.1
AppleIphone Os4.2.1
AppleIphone Os4.2.5
AppleIphone Os4.2.8
AppleIphone Os4.3.0
AppleIphone Os4.3.1
AppleIphone Os4.3.2
AppleIphone Os4.3.3
AppleIphone Os4.3.5
AppleIphone Os5.0
AppleIphone Os5.0.1
AppleIphone Os5.1
AppleIphone Os5.1.1

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-4616?
The WifiPasswordController generateDefaultPassword method in Preferences in Apple iOS 6 and earlier relies on the UITextChecker suggestWordInLanguage method for selection of Wi-Fi hotspot WPA2 PSK passphrases, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack that leverages the insufficient number of possible passphrases.
How severe is CVE-2013-4616?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-4616 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4616?
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