CVE-2013-6181

Name: CVE-2013-6181
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-12-28T04:53:06.57+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.53%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2013-6181 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. EMC Watch4Net before 6.3 stores cleartext polled-device passwords in the installation repository, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging repository privileges.. EPSS estimates a 0.53% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

EMC Watch4Net before 6.3 stores cleartext polled-device passwords in the installation repository, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging repository privileges.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.53%

40.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-310

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Emc	Watch4net	<= 6.2
Emc	Watch4net	6.0
Emc	Watch4net	6.1

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 28, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2013-6181?

EMC Watch4Net before 6.3 stores cleartext polled-device passwords in the installation repository, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging repository privileges.

How severe is CVE-2013-6181?

Severity scoring for CVE-2013-6181 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.53% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2013-6181?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST