CVE-2013-5191: Low severity apple ios and macos vulnerability
The syslog implementation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging access to the Guest account and reading console-log messages from previous Guest sessions.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-5191?
The severity of CVE-2013-5191 is classified as moderate, indicating potential risks of sensitive data exposure.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5191?
To fix CVE-2013-5191, upgrade to Mac OS X version 10.9 or later as it addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2013-5191?
Local users with access to the Guest account on Mac OS X versions prior to 10.9 are affected by CVE-2013-5191.
What type of information can be exposed due to CVE-2013-5191?
CVE-2013-5191 allows local users to read potentially sensitive console-log messages from previous Guest sessions.
What versions of Mac OS X are vulnerable to CVE-2013-5191?
Mac OS X versions from 10.8 and earlier, including all incremental updates up to 10.8.5, are vulnerable to CVE-2013-5191.