CVE-2013-0712: Input Validation
Published Mar 20, 2013
·Updated
IPSSH (aka the SSH server) in Wind River VxWorks 6.5 through 6.9 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (daemon outage) via a crafted packet.
Affected Software
5 affected components
Windriver Vxworks=6.5
Windriver Vxworks=6.6
Windriver Vxworks=6.7
Windriver Vxworks=6.8
Windriver Vxworks=6.9
Event History
Mar 20, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0712?
The severity of CVE-2013-0712 is categorized as critical due to its potential to cause denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2013-0712?
To fix CVE-2013-0712, update Wind River VxWorks to a version that is not affected, beyond 6.9.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2013-0712?
CVE-2013-0712 affects users of Wind River VxWorks versions 6.5 through 6.9.
4
What exploit does CVE-2013-0712 utilize?
CVE-2013-0712 exploits a vulnerability through crafted packets sent to the IPSSH server.
5
What is the impact of CVE-2013-0712?
The impact of CVE-2013-0712 is a denial of service that leads to a daemon outage on the affected systems.