CVE-2013-3952
First published: Wed Jun 05 2013(Updated: )
The fill_pipeinfo function in bsd/kern/sys_pipe.c in the XNU kernel in Apple Mac OS X 10.8.x allows local users to defeat the KASLR protection mechanism via the PROC_PIDFDPIPEINFO option to the proc_info system call for a kernel pipe handle.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.0 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.1 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.2 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.3 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-3952?
CVE-2013-3952 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on the KASLR protection mechanism.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3952?
To fix CVE-2013-3952, update your Apple Mac OS X to a version after 10.8.4 that resolves this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-3952?
CVE-2013-3952 affects local users on Apple Mac OS X versions 10.8.0 to 10.8.4.
What does CVE-2013-3952 exploit?
CVE-2013-3952 exploits the PROC_PIDFDPIPEINFO option in the proc_info system call related to kernel pipe handles.
What version of macOS contains CVE-2013-3952?
CVE-2013-3952 is present in Apple Mac OS X versions 10.8.0 to 10.8.4.
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