How severe is CVE-2013-5669?

CVE-2013-5669 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2013-5669 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2013-5669?

CVE-2013-5669 primarily affects Thecus N8800 Nas Server Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2013-5669?

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-2013-5669 published?

CVE-2013-5669 was published on 2014-01-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2013-5669

CVE-2013-5669 is a high-severity vulnerability in Thecus N8800 Nas Server Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-255.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Thecus N8800 Nas Server Firmware
Published: 2014-01-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Thecus NAS server N8800 with firmware 5.03.01 uses cleartext credentials for administrative authentication, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-5669?: The Thecus NAS server N8800 with firmware 5.03.01 uses cleartext credentials for administrative authentication, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.
How severe is CVE-2013-5669?: CVE-2013-5669 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2013-5669 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-5669?: CVE-2013-5669 primarily affects Thecus N8800 Nas Server Firmware. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-5669?: 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-2013-5669 published?: CVE-2013-5669 was published on 2014-01-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:thecus:n8800_nas_server_firmware:5.03.01:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:h:thecus:n8800_nas_server:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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