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CVE-2013-5141

7.1 · HIGH

The kernel in Apple iOS before 7 uses an incorrect data size for a certain integer variable, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and device hang) via a crafted applic…

Published Sep 19, 2013appleCWE-189EPSS 1.62%

Overview

CVE-2013-5141 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting apple iphone_os. It was published on September 19, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The kernel in Apple iOS before 7 uses an incorrect data size for a certain integer variable, which allows attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and device hang) via a crafted application, related to an "integer truncation vulnerability."

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update iphone_os to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
appleiphone_os0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5141?

CVE-2013-5141 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting apple iphone_os. It was published on September 19, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-5141?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-5141?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from apple. Update iphone_os to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-5141?

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