CVE-2013-2804: Input Validation

Published Aug 28, 2013
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Updated

The DNP Master Driver in Software Toolbox TOP Server before 5.12.140.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (master-station infinite loop) via crafted DNP3 packets to TCP port 20000 and allows physically proximate attackers to cause a denial of service (master-station infinite loop) via crafted input over a serial line.

Affected Software

13 affected components
Softwaretoolbox Top Server<=5.12
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=4.0
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.1
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.2
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.3
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.4
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.5
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.6
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.7
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.8
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.9
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.10
Softwaretoolbox Top Server=5.11

Event History

Aug 28, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2804?

CVE-2013-2804 has a severity rating indicating that it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service affecting system availability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-2804?

To mitigate CVE-2013-2804, upgrade to Software Toolbox TOP Server version 5.12.140.0 or later.

3

What type of attack does CVE-2013-2804 enable?

CVE-2013-2804 enables attackers to execute a denial of service attack by creating a master-station infinite loop.

4

Which versions of Software Toolbox TOP Server are affected by CVE-2013-2804?

CVE-2013-2804 affects Software Toolbox TOP Server versions 4.0 to 5.11.

5

Can CVE-2013-2804 be exploited locally?

Yes, CVE-2013-2804 can be exploited by physically proximate attackers as well as remote attackers.

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