CVE-2013-2678

Name: CVE-2013-2678
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2020-02-04T15:15:11.35+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 16.87%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2013-2678 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. 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 submit_type parameter.. EPSS estimates a 16.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

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 submit_type parameter.

Metrics

CVSS 3.1

8.1/10

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

EPSS Probability

16.87%

96.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-74

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Linksys E4200 Firmware	1.0.05

References

http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/121551/Cisco-Linksys-E4200-Cross-Site-Scripting-Local-File-Inclusion.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/25292Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59710Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/84072Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/121551/Cisco-Linksys-E4200-Cross-Site-Scripting-Local-File-Inclusion.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/25292Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/59710Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/84072Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Feb 4, 2020
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-2678?

How severe is CVE-2013-2678?

CVE-2013-2678 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 16.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-2678?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2013-2678?

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Source: NVD / NIST