CVE-2023-27964
CVE-2023-27964 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Airpods Firmware with a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4. 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-290.
Key facts
- Severity: Medium (CVSS 3.x base score 5.4)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 8% (94th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-290
- Affected product: Apple Airpods Firmware
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Description
An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in AirPods Firmware Update 5E133. When your headphones are seeking a connection request to one of your previously paired devices, an attacker in Bluetooth range might be able to spoof the intended source device and gain access to your headphones.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-27964?
- An authentication issue was addressed with improved state management. This issue is fixed in AirPods Firmware Update 5E133. When your headphones are seeking a connection request to one of your previously paired devices, an attacker in Bluetooth range might be able to spoof the intended source device and gain access to your headphones.
- How severe is CVE-2023-27964?
- CVE-2023-27964 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 5.4, rated medium severity. It is exploitable over an adjacent network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is low, integrity low, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2023-27964 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-27964?
- CVE-2023-27964 affects Apple Airpods Firmware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-27964?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
- When was CVE-2023-27964 published?
- CVE-2023-27964 was published on 2023-06-23 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:o:apple:airpods_firmware:5e133:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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