CVE-2013-1024: Input Validation
First published: Wed Jun 05 2013(Updated: )
CoreMedia Playback in Apple Mac OS X before 10.8.4 does not properly initialize memory during the processing of text tracks, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted movie file.
Credit: product-security@apple.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | <=10.8.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.4 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.7.5 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.0 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.1 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.2 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.3 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.4 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.7.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-1024?
CVE-2013-1024 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1024?
To fix CVE-2013-1024, you should update to Mac OS X version 10.8.4 or later.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2013-1024?
CVE-2013-1024 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.7.0 through 10.8.3 and corresponding versions of Mac OS X Server.
What does CVE-2013-1024 exploit?
CVE-2013-1024 exploits improper memory initialization during the processing of text tracks in CoreMedia Playback.
What are the potential consequences of CVE-2013-1024?
The consequences of CVE-2013-1024 include arbitrary code execution or denial of service leading to application crashes.
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