Summary
This host is running Apple Mac OS X and is prone to authentication bypass vulnerability.
Impact
Successful exploitation will allow a local attacker to bypass password validation.
Impact Level: System
Solution
Run Mac Updates and install OS X v10.8.5 Supplemental Update.
For updates refer to http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5964.
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NOTE: Ignore this warning, if above mentioned patch is already applied.
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Insight
The flaw is due to a logic error in the way the program verifies authentication credentials.
Affected
Mac OS X version 10.8.5 and prior.
Detection
Get the installed version with the help of detect NVT and check the version is vulnerable or not.
References
Severity
Classification
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CVE CVE-2013-5163 -
CVSS Base Score: 6.6
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:C/A:C
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