CVE-2013-0956: Buffer Overflow

Published Jan 29, 2013
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Updated

WebKit, as used in Apple iOS before 6.1, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted web site, a different vulnerability than other WebKit CVEs listed in APPLE-SA-2013-01-28-1.

Affected Software

44 affected components
apple iPhone OS<=6.0.2
apple iPhone OS=1.0.0
apple iPhone OS=1.0.1
apple iPhone OS=1.0.2
apple iPhone OS=1.1.0
apple iPhone OS=1.1.1
apple iPhone OS=1.1.2
apple iPhone OS=1.1.3
apple iPhone OS=1.1.4
apple iPhone OS=1.1.5
apple iPhone OS=2.0
apple iPhone OS=2.0.0
apple iPhone OS=2.0.1
apple iPhone OS=2.0.2
apple iPhone OS=2.1
apple iPhone OS=2.1.1
apple iPhone OS=2.2
apple iPhone OS=2.2.1
apple iPhone OS=3.0
apple iPhone OS=3.0.1
apple iPhone OS=3.1
apple iPhone OS=3.1.2
apple iPhone OS=3.1.3
apple iPhone OS=3.2
apple iPhone OS=3.2.1
apple iPhone OS=3.2.2
apple iPhone OS=4.0
apple iPhone OS=4.0.1
apple iPhone OS=4.0.2
apple iPhone OS=4.1
apple iPhone OS=4.2.1
apple iPhone OS=4.2.5
apple iPhone OS=4.2.8
apple iPhone OS=4.3.0
apple iPhone OS=4.3.1
apple iPhone OS=4.3.2
apple iPhone OS=4.3.3
apple iPhone OS=4.3.5
apple iPhone OS=5.0
apple iPhone OS=5.0.1
apple iPhone OS=5.1
apple iPhone OS=5.1.1
apple iPhone OS=6.0
apple iPhone OS=6.0.1

Event History

Jan 29, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-0956?

CVE-2013-0956 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution and denial of service.

2

How do I mitigate CVE-2013-0956?

To mitigate CVE-2013-0956, update your Apple iOS device to version 6.1 or later as it contains the necessary security fix.

3

Which versions of iOS are affected by CVE-2013-0956?

CVE-2013-0956 affects all versions of Apple iOS prior to 6.1.

4

What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2013-0956?

CVE-2013-0956 can be exploited through crafted web pages that lead to memory corruption and potential arbitrary code execution.

5

What is the recommended action for devices affected by CVE-2013-0956?

The recommended action for affected devices is to update to the latest version of iOS to address the security vulnerability.

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