high
7.1
CWE
189
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-5141

First published: Thu Sep 19 2013(Updated: )

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."

Credit: product-security@apple.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
iPhone OS<=6.1.4
iPhone OS=1.0.0
iPhone OS=1.0.1
iPhone OS=1.0.2
iPhone OS=1.1.0
iPhone OS=1.1.1
iPhone OS=1.1.2
iPhone OS=1.1.3
iPhone OS=1.1.4
iPhone OS=1.1.5
iPhone OS=2.0
iPhone OS=2.0.0
iPhone OS=2.0.1
iPhone OS=2.0.2
iPhone OS=2.1
iPhone OS=2.1.1
iPhone OS=2.2
iPhone OS=2.2.1
iPhone OS=3.0
iPhone OS=3.0.1
iPhone OS=3.1
iPhone OS=3.1.2
iPhone OS=3.1.3
iPhone OS=3.2
iPhone OS=3.2.1
iPhone OS=3.2.2
iPhone OS=4.0
iPhone OS=4.0.1
iPhone OS=4.0.2
iPhone OS=4.1
iPhone OS=4.2.1
iPhone OS=4.2.5
iPhone OS=4.2.8
iPhone OS=4.3.0
iPhone OS=4.3.1
iPhone OS=4.3.2
iPhone OS=4.3.3
iPhone OS=4.3.5
iPhone OS=5.0
iPhone OS=5.0.1
iPhone OS=5.1
iPhone OS=5.1.1
iPhone OS=6.0
iPhone OS=6.0.1
iPhone OS=6.0.2
iPhone OS=6.1
iPhone OS=6.1.2
iPhone OS=6.1.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-5141?

    CVE-2013-5141 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, allowing attackers to trigger device hangs.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-5141?

    To mitigate CVE-2013-5141, it is recommended to upgrade to iOS version 7 or later.

  • What devices are affected by CVE-2013-5141?

    CVE-2013-5141 affects all versions of Apple iOS prior to 7, including devices running iPhone OS versions up to 6.1.4.

  • What type of attack can exploit CVE-2013-5141?

    CVE-2013-5141 can be exploited through crafted applications that cause infinite loops, resulting in a denial of service.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2013-5141?

    Yes, Apple has released a patch for CVE-2013-5141 in iOS 7 and subsequent versions.

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