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CVE-2013-0120

7.8 · HIGH

The web interface on Dell PowerConnect 6248P switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via a malformed request.

Published Feb 24, 2013dellCWE-20EPSS 1.47%

Overview

CVE-2013-0120 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting dell powerconnect_6248p. It was published on February 24, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The web interface on Dell PowerConnect 6248P switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via a malformed request.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from dell. Update powerconnect_6248p to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-0120?

CVE-2013-0120 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting dell powerconnect_6248p. It was published on February 24, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-0120?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-0120?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from dell. Update powerconnect_6248p to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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