CVE-2013-0713: Input Validation
First published: Wed 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 pty request.
Credit: vultures@jpcert.or.jp
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wind River VxWorks | =6.5 | |
| Wind River VxWorks | =6.6 | |
| Wind River VxWorks | =6.7 | |
| Wind River VxWorks | =6.8 | |
| Wind River VxWorks | =6.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0713?
CVE-2013-0713 is classified as having a high severity due to its potential to cause denial of service for remote authenticated users.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0713?
To mitigate CVE-2013-0713, upgrade Wind River VxWorks software to a version that is not affected, if available.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-0713?
CVE-2013-0713 affects Wind River VxWorks versions 6.5 through 6.9.
What kind of attack does CVE-2013-0713 facilitate?
CVE-2013-0713 allows remote authenticated users to create a denial of service through a crafted pty request.
Is CVE-2013-0713 exploitable from external networks?
CVE-2013-0713 requires remote authenticated access, making it exploitable primarily within internal networks.
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