How severe is CVE-2013-4616?

CVE-2013-4616 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2013-4616 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-4616?

CVE-2013-4616 primarily affects Apple Iphone Os. In total, 42 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4616?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2013-4616 published?

CVE-2013-4616 was published on 2013-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-4616

CVE-2013-4616 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone Os with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-255.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (56th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Apple Iphone Os
Published: 2013-06-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The WifiPasswordController generateDefaultPassword method in Preferences in Apple iOS 6 and earlier relies on the UITextChecker suggestWordInLanguage method for selection of Wi-Fi hotspot WPA2 PSK passphrases, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack that leverages the insufficient number of possible passphrases.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4616?: The WifiPasswordController generateDefaultPassword method in Preferences in Apple iOS 6 and earlier relies on the UITextChecker suggestWordInLanguage method for selection of Wi-Fi hotspot WPA2 PSK passphrases, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via a brute-force attack that leverages the insufficient number of possible passphrases.
How severe is CVE-2013-4616?: CVE-2013-4616 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-4616 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (56th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4616?: CVE-2013-4616 primarily affects Apple Iphone Os. In total, 42 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4616?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-4616 published?: CVE-2013-4616 was published on 2013-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (42)

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