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CVE-2013-5135: Format string vulnerability in Screen Sharing Server in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop...

Format string vulnerability in Screen Sharing Server in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9 and Apple Remote Desktop before 3.5.4 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a VNC username.

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This flaw affected Apple Screen Sharing Server and Apple Remote Desktop. A remote attacker could misuse the VNC username field to trigger a format string bug, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. The sources do not provide CVSS scoring or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most plausible where affected Mac OS X or Apple Remote Desktop systems accepted Screen Sharing or VNC connections from untrusted networks. Prioritize remediation for any exposed or business-critical Mac systems because the reported impact is remote code execution. Treat internet-facing Screen Sharing as urgent. Mitigation focus: Apply Apple security updates covering CVE-2013-5135.; Upgrade Mac OS X to 10.9 or later where applicable.; Upgrade Apple Remote Desktop to 3.5.4 or later..

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