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CVE-2013-5173

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

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CVE-2013-5173 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The random-number generator in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 provides lengthy exclusive access for processing of large requests, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (temporary generator outage) via an application that requires many random numbers.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The random-number generator in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 provides lengthy exclusive access for processing of large requests, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (temporary generator outage) via an application that requires many random numbers.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.31%

23.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
AppleMac Os X<= 10.8.5Supplemental Update
AppleMac Os X10.8.0—
AppleMac Os X10.8.1—
AppleMac Os X10.8.2—
AppleMac Os X10.8.3—
AppleMac Os X10.8.4—
AppleMac Os X10.8.5—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-5173?
The random-number generator in the kernel in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 provides lengthy exclusive access for processing of large requests, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (temporary generator outage) via an application that requires many random numbers.
How severe is CVE-2013-5173?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5173 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5173?
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