CVE-2013-0722

CVE-2013-0722 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ettercap-project Ettercap with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the scan_load_hosts function in ec_scan.c in Ettercap 0.7.5.1 and earlier might allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse hosts list containing a long line.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-0722?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the scan_load_hosts function in ec_scan.c in Ettercap 0.7.5.1 and earlier might allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse hosts list containing a long line.
How severe is CVE-2013-0722?
CVE-2013-0722 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-0722 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (53rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-0722?
CVE-2013-0722 primarily affects Ettercap-project Ettercap. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0722?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-0722 published?
CVE-2013-0722 was published on 2013-01-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

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