How severe is CVE-2013-4094?

CVE-2013-4094 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2013-4094 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-4094?

CVE-2013-4094 affects Imperva Securesphere. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-4094?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2013-4094 published?

CVE-2013-4094 was published on 2013-06-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-4094

CVE-2013-4094 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Imperva Securesphere with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Imperva Securesphere
Published: 2013-06-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Key Management feature in the SecureSphere Operations Manager (SOM) Management Server in Imperva SecureSphere 9.0.0.5 allows remote authenticated users to upload executable files via the (1) private_key or (2) public_key parameter in a T/keyManagement request to plain/settings.html, as demonstrated by uploading a Linux ELF file and a shell script.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4094?: The Key Management feature in the SecureSphere Operations Manager (SOM) Management Server in Imperva SecureSphere 9.0.0.5 allows remote authenticated users to upload executable files via the (1) private_key or (2) public_key parameter in a T/keyManagement request to plain/settings.html, as demonstrated by uploading a Linux ELF file and a shell script.
How severe is CVE-2013-4094?: CVE-2013-4094 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.5, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-4094 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4094?: CVE-2013-4094 affects Imperva Securesphere. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4094?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-4094 published?: CVE-2013-4094 was published on 2013-06-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:imperva:securesphere:9.0.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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