CWE
20
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-0715: Input Validation

First published: Wed Mar 20 2013(Updated: )

The WebCLI component in Wind River VxWorks 5.5 through 6.9 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (CLI session crash) via a crafted command string.

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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-2013-0715?

    CVE-2013-0715 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-0715?

    To mitigate CVE-2013-0715, users should upgrade Wind River VxWorks to the latest version available that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2013-0715?

    CVE-2013-0715 affects Wind River VxWorks versions 5.5 through 6.9 and allows remote authenticated users to exploit the vulnerability.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2013-0715 involve?

    CVE-2013-0715 involves an attack that can cause a denial of service by crashing the CLI session through a crafted command string.

  • Is CVE-2013-0715 exploitative from within the network?

    Yes, CVE-2013-0715 requires authenticated users to exploit the vulnerability from within the network.

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