How severe is CVE-2013-3688?

CVE-2013-3688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2013-3688 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-3688?

CVE-2013-3688 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-sc3130. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-3688?

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-2013-3688 published?

CVE-2013-3688 was published on 2013-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-3688

CVE-2013-3688 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tp-link Tl-sc3130 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (66th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Tp-link Tl-sc3130
Published: 2013-10-01
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The TP-Link IP Cameras TL-SC3171, TL-SC3130, TL-SC3130G, TL-SC3171G, and possibly other models before beta firmware LM.1.6.18P12_sign6, does not properly restrict access to certain administrative functions, which allows remote attackers to (1) cause a denial of service (device reboot) via a request to cgi-bin/reboot or (2) cause a denial of service (reboot and reset to factory defaults) via a request to cgi-bin/hardfactorydefault.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-3688?: The TP-Link IP Cameras TL-SC3171, TL-SC3130, TL-SC3130G, TL-SC3171G, and possibly other models before beta firmware LM.1.6.18P12_sign6, does not properly restrict access to certain administrative functions, which allows remote attackers to (1) cause a denial of service (device reboot) via a request to cgi-bin/reboot or (2) cause a denial of service (reboot and reset to factory defaults) via a request to cgi-bin/hardfactorydefault.
How severe is CVE-2013-3688?: CVE-2013-3688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-3688 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-3688?: CVE-2013-3688 primarily affects Tp-link Tl-sc3130. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-3688?: 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-2013-3688 published?: CVE-2013-3688 was published on 2013-10-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:h:tp-link:tl-sc3130:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:tp-link:tl-sc3130g:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:tp-link:tl-sc3171:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:tp-link:tl-sc3171g:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:tp-link:lm_firmware:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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