How severe is CVE-2013-2742?

CVE-2013-2742 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2013-2742 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-2742?

CVE-2013-2742 primarily affects Ithemes Backupbuddy. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-2742?

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-2013-2742 published?

CVE-2013-2742 was published on 2013-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-2742

CVE-2013-2742 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ithemes Backupbuddy 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (82nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ithemes Backupbuddy
Published: 2013-04-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

importbuddy.php in the BackupBuddy plugin 1.3.4, 2.1.4, 2.2.25, 2.2.28, and 2.2.4 for WordPress does not reliably delete itself after completing a restore operation, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via subsequent requests to this script.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-2742?: importbuddy.php in the BackupBuddy plugin 1.3.4, 2.1.4, 2.2.25, 2.2.28, and 2.2.4 for WordPress does not reliably delete itself after completing a restore operation, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain access via subsequent requests to this script.
How severe is CVE-2013-2742?: CVE-2013-2742 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-2742 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (82nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-2742?: CVE-2013-2742 primarily affects Ithemes Backupbuddy. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-2742?: 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-2013-2742 published?: CVE-2013-2742 was published on 2013-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:ithemes:backupbuddy:1.3.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ithemes:backupbuddy:2.1.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ithemes:backupbuddy:2.2.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ithemes:backupbuddy:2.2.25:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ithemes:backupbuddy:2.2.28:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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