How severe is CVE-2013-5373?

CVE-2013-5373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2013-5373 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (22nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-5373?

CVE-2013-5373 primarily affects Ibm Rational Clearcase. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5373?

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

When was CVE-2013-5373 published?

CVE-2013-5373 was published on 2013-09-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-5373

CVE-2013-5373 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Rational Clearcase with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9. 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: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.9)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (22nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Ibm Rational Clearcase
Published: 2013-09-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The RemoteClient component in IBM Rational ClearCase 8.0.0.03 through 8.0.0.07, and 8.0.1, uses world-writable permissions for the rcleartool script, which allows local users to gain privileges by appending commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5373?: The RemoteClient component in IBM Rational ClearCase 8.0.0.03 through 8.0.0.07, and 8.0.1, uses world-writable permissions for the rcleartool script, which allows local users to gain privileges by appending commands.
How severe is CVE-2013-5373?: CVE-2013-5373 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.9, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2013-5373 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (22nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-5373?: CVE-2013-5373 primarily affects Ibm Rational Clearcase. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5373?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-5373 published?: CVE-2013-5373 was published on 2013-09-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearcase:8.0.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearcase:8.0.0.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearcase:8.0.0.6:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearcase:8.0.0.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearcase:8.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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