How severe is CVE-2017-13892?

CVE-2017-13892 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.

Is CVE-2017-13892 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-2017-13892?

CVE-2017-13892 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2017-13892?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2017-13892 published?

CVE-2017-13892 was published on 2021-12-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2017-13892

CVE-2017-13892 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
CVSS v2: 5.0
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (56th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Mac Os X
Published: 2021-12-23
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

An issue existed in the handling of Contact sharing. This issue was addressed with improved handling of user information. This issue is fixed in macOS High Sierra 10.13.2, Security Update 2017-002 Sierra, and Security Update 2017-005 El Capitan. Sharing contact information may lead to unexpected data sharing.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-13892?: An issue existed in the handling of Contact sharing. This issue was addressed with improved handling of user information. This issue is fixed in macOS High Sierra 10.13.2, Security Update 2017-002 Sierra, and Security Update 2017-005 El Capitan. Sharing contact information may lead to unexpected data sharing.
How severe is CVE-2017-13892?: CVE-2017-13892 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
Is CVE-2017-13892 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-2017-13892?: CVE-2017-13892 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-13892?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2017-13892 published?: CVE-2017-13892 was published on 2021-12-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208331

Affected products (12)

cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2016-001:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2016-002:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2016-003:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2017-001:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2017-002:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2017-003:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.11.6:security_update_2017-004:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.12.6:-:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:mac_os_x:10.12.6:security_update_2017-001:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:apple:macos:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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