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CVE-2013-5912

10.0 · HIGH

VhttpdMgr in Thomson Reuters Velocity Analytics Vhayu Analytic Server 6.94 build 2995 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL in the fileName parameter during an importFile action.

Published Nov 28, 2013thomsonreutersCWE-94EPSS 30.32%

Overview

CVE-2013-5912 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting thomsonreuters velocity_analytics_vhayu_analytic_server. It was published on November 28, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

VhttpdMgr in Thomson Reuters Velocity Analytics Vhayu Analytic Server 6.94 build 2995 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a URL in the fileName parameter during an importFile action.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from thomsonreuters. Update velocity_analytics_vhayu_analytic_server 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-2013-5912?

CVE-2013-5912 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting thomsonreuters velocity_analytics_vhayu_analytic_server. It was published on November 28, 2013 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2013-5912?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, 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-2013-5912?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from thomsonreuters. Update velocity_analytics_vhayu_analytic_server 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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