CVE-2013-5188

CVE-2013-5188 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.0. 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-264.

Key facts

Description

The Screen Lock implementation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9, when hibernation and autologin are enabled, does not require a password for a transition out of hibernation, which allows physically proximate attackers to obtain access by visiting an unattended workstation in the hibernating state.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5188?
The Screen Lock implementation in Apple Mac OS X before 10.9, when hibernation and autologin are enabled, does not require a password for a transition out of hibernation, which allows physically proximate attackers to obtain access by visiting an unattended workstation in the hibernating state.
How severe is CVE-2013-5188?
CVE-2013-5188 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-5188 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (23rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-5188?
CVE-2013-5188 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5188?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-5188 published?
CVE-2013-5188 was published on 2013-10-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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