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CVE-2013-5559

6.8 · MEDIUM

Buffer overflow in the Active Template Library (ATL) framework in the VPNAPI COM module in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 2.x allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary cod…

Published Nov 4, 2013ciscoCWE-119EPSS 2.03%

Overview

CVE-2013-5559 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco anyconnect_secure_mobility_client. It was published on November 4, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Buffer overflow in the Active Template Library (ATL) framework in the VPNAPI COM module in Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 2.x allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted HTML document, aka Bug ID CSCuj58139.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update anyconnect_secure_mobility_client 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-2013-5559?

CVE-2013-5559 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting cisco anyconnect_secure_mobility_client. It was published on November 4, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2013-5559?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2013-5559?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from cisco. Update anyconnect_secure_mobility_client 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.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2013-5559?

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