CVE-2013-1170
CVE-2013-1170 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Prime Network Control System Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-255.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (67th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-255
- Affected product: Cisco Prime Network Control System Software
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Cisco Prime Network Control System (NCS) appliance with software before 1.1.1.24 has a default password for the database user account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change the configuration or cause a denial of service (service disruption) via unspecified vectors, aka Bug ID CSCtz30468.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2013-1170?
- The Cisco Prime Network Control System (NCS) appliance with software before 1.1.1.24 has a default password for the database user account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to change the configuration or cause a denial of service (service disruption) via unspecified vectors, aka Bug ID CSCtz30468.
- How severe is CVE-2013-1170?
- CVE-2013-1170 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2013-1170 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (67th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2013-1170?
- CVE-2013-1170 primarily affects Cisco Prime Network Control System Software. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2013-1170?
- 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-2013-1170 published?
- CVE-2013-1170 was published on 2013-04-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:a:cisco:prime_network_control_system_software:1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:cisco:prime_network_control_system:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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