Is CVE-2013-2560 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-2560, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-2560 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2013-2560 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-2560?

CVE-2013-2560 has a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH).

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CVE-2013-2560

CWE-22Published: March 15, 2013· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.8

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in the web interface on Foscam devices with firmware before 11.37.2.49 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the URI, as demonstrated by discovering (1) web credentials or (2) Wi-Fi credentials.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-2560 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2013-2560. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.