CVE-2013-4277

CVE-2013-4277 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apache Subversion with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.3. 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

Description

Svnserve in Apache Subversion 1.4.0 through 1.7.12 and 1.8.0 through 1.8.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files or kill arbitrary processes via a symlink attack on the file specified by the --pid-file option.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-4277?
Svnserve in Apache Subversion 1.4.0 through 1.7.12 and 1.8.0 through 1.8.1 allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files or kill arbitrary processes via a symlink attack on the file specified by the --pid-file option.
How severe is CVE-2013-4277?
CVE-2013-4277 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.3, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2013-4277 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (48th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-4277?
CVE-2013-4277 primarily affects Apache Subversion. In total, 54 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-4277?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-4277 published?
CVE-2013-4277 was published on 2013-09-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (54)

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