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CVE-2013-5229

UnknownEPSS 0.34%

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CVE-2013-5229 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Remote Desktop full-screen feature in Apple OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.7 sends dialog-box text to a connected remote host upon being woken from sleep, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering a command in this box.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Remote Desktop full-screen feature in Apple OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.7 sends dialog-box text to a connected remote host upon being woken from sleep, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering a command in this box.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.34%

25.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AppleMac Os X<= 10.8.5
AppleApple Remote Desktop<= 3.6.2

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-5229?
The Remote Desktop full-screen feature in Apple OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.7 sends dialog-box text to a connected remote host upon being woken from sleep, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions by entering a command in this box.
How severe is CVE-2013-5229?
Severity scoring for CVE-2013-5229 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5229?
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.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-5229?

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Source: NVD / NIST