CVE-2013-6480

CVE-2013-6480 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apache Libcloud with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. 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-200.

Key facts

Description

Libcloud 0.12.3 through 0.13.2 does not set the scrub_data parameter for the destroy DigitalOcean API, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging a new VM.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2013-6480?
Libcloud 0.12.3 through 0.13.2 does not set the scrub_data parameter for the destroy DigitalOcean API, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information by leveraging a new VM.
How severe is CVE-2013-6480?
CVE-2013-6480 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2013-6480 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2013-6480?
CVE-2013-6480 primarily affects Apache Libcloud. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6480?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2013-6480 published?
CVE-2013-6480 was published on 2014-01-07 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (5)

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