How severe is CVE-2013-1146?

CVE-2013-1146 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2013-1146 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-1146?

CVE-2013-1146 primarily affects Cisco Ios. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-1146?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2013-1146 published?

CVE-2013-1146 was published on 2013-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-1146

CVE-2013-1146 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Ios with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (68th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Cisco Ios
Published: 2013-03-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Smart Install client functionality in Cisco IOS 12.2 and 15.0 through 15.3 on Catalyst switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via crafted image list parameters in Smart Install packets, aka Bug ID CSCub55790.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-1146?: The Smart Install client functionality in Cisco IOS 12.2 and 15.0 through 15.3 on Catalyst switches allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via crafted image list parameters in Smart Install packets, aka Bug ID CSCub55790.
How severe is CVE-2013-1146?: CVE-2013-1146 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-1146 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-1146?: CVE-2013-1146 primarily affects Cisco Ios. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-1146?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2013-1146 published?: CVE-2013-1146 was published on 2013-03-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityAdvisory/cisco-sa-20130327-smartinstall

Affected products (6)

cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:12.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:15.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:15.0\(1\)se:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:15.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:15.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:ios:15.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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