CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-0714: 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 attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (daemon hang) via a crafted public-key authentication request.

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Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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-2013-0714?

    CVE-2013-0714 is classified as a critical vulnerability allowing remote code execution and denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-0714?

    To mitigate CVE-2013-0714, upgrade Wind River VxWorks to a version that does not contain the vulnerability.

  • What versions of Wind River VxWorks are affected by CVE-2013-0714?

    CVE-2013-0714 affects Wind River VxWorks versions 6.5 through 6.9.

  • Can CVE-2013-0714 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2013-0714 can be exploited remotely through a crafted public-key authentication request.

  • What impact does CVE-2013-0714 have on systems?

    CVE-2013-0714 can cause arbitrary code execution or hang the daemon, leading to denial of service.

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