Is CVE-2013-4094 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-4094, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-4094 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2013-4094 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-4094?

CVE-2013-4094 has a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2013-4094

CWE-20Published: June 28, 2013· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

6.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The Key Management feature in the SecureSphere Operations Manager (SOM) Management Server in Imperva SecureSphere 9.0.0.5 allows remote authenticated users to upload executable files via the (1) private_key or (2) public_key parameter in a T/keyManagement request to plain/settings.html, as demonstrated by uploading a Linux ELF file and a shell script.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-4094 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-2013-4094. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.