CVE-2013-2678: High severity linksys e4200v2 firmware vulnerability

Published Feb 4, 2020
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Updated

Cisco Linksys E4200 1.0.05 Build 7 routers contain a Local File Include Vulnerability which could allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information or execute arbitrary code by sending a crafted URL request to the apply.cgi script using the submittype parameter.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Cisco Linksys E4200 Firmware=1.0.05
Cisco Linksys E4200

Event History

Feb 4, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:15 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the vulnerability ID?

The vulnerability ID is CVE-2013-2678.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2678?

The severity of CVE-2013-2678 is high (8.1).

3

Which routers are affected by CVE-2013-2678?

Cisco Linksys E4200 1.0.05 Build 7 routers are affected by CVE-2013-2678.

4

How can remote attackers exploit CVE-2013-2678?

Remote attackers can exploit CVE-2013-2678 by sending a crafted URL request to the apply.cgi script using the submit_type parameter.

5

Are there any known references or resources related to CVE-2013-2678?

Yes, there are some known references related to CVE-2013-2678: [1](http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/121551/Cisco-Linksys-E4200-Cross-Site-Scripting-Local-File-Inclusion.html), [2](http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/25292), [3](http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59710).

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