CVE-2013-2088

CVE-2013-2088 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Subversion with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 31% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-20.

Key facts

Description

contrib/hook-scripts/svn-keyword-check.pl in Subversion before 1.6.23 allows remote authenticated users with commit permissions to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-2088?
contrib/hook-scripts/svn-keyword-check.pl in Subversion before 1.6.23 allows remote authenticated users with commit permissions to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.
How severe is CVE-2013-2088?
CVE-2013-2088 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-2088 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 31% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-2088?
CVE-2013-2088 primarily affects Apache Subversion. In total, 24 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2088?
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-2013-2088 published?
CVE-2013-2088 was published on 2013-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (24)

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