CVE-2013-3950: Buffer Overflow

Published Jun 5, 2013
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Updated

Stack-based buffer overflow in the openSharedCacheFile function in dyld.cpp in dyld in Apple iOS 5.1.x and 6.x through 6.1.3 makes it easier for attackers to conduct untethering attacks via a long string in the DYLDSHAREDCACHEDIR environment variable.

Affected Software

8 affected components
apple iPhone OS=5.1
apple iPhone OS=5.1.1
apple iPhone OS=6.0
apple iPhone OS=6.0.1
apple iPhone OS=6.0.2
apple iPhone OS=6.1
apple iPhone OS=6.1.2
apple iPhone OS=6.1.3

Event History

Jun 5, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-3950?

CVE-2013-3950 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow attackers to conduct untethering attacks.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-3950?

To fix CVE-2013-3950, users should update their devices to the latest iOS version that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Which Apple devices are affected by CVE-2013-3950?

CVE-2013-3950 affects Apple iOS versions 5.1, 5.1.1, 6.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.2, 6.1, 6.1.2, and 6.1.3.

4

What causes CVE-2013-3950?

CVE-2013-3950 is caused by a stack-based buffer overflow in the openSharedCacheFile function within dyld.

5

What type of attack can CVE-2013-3950 enable?

CVE-2013-3950 can enable attackers to perform untethering attacks through manipulation of the DYLD_SHARED_CACHE_DIR environment variable.

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