CVE-2013-5135
UnknownEPSS 10.83%
Last modified
CVE-2013-5135 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. 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.. EPSS estimates a 10.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
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.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | <= 3.5.3 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.0.0 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.1 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.2 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.2.1 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.2.2 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.3 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.3.1 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.3.2 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.4 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.5 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.5.1 | — |
| Apple | Apple Remote Desktop | 3.5.2 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.8.5 | Supplemental Update |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.0 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.1 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.2 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.3 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.4 | — |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.8.5 | — |
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Timeline
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- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-5135?
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.
How severe is CVE-2013-5135?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5135 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 10.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5135?
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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