Is CVE-2013-5030 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-5030, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-5030 be exploited remotely?

No. CVE-2013-5030 requires local access to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-5030?

CVE-2013-5030 has a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH).

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CVE-2013-5030

CWE-264Published: October 16, 2013· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

7.2

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Ruckus Wireless Zoneflex 2942 devices with firmware 9.6.0.0.267 allow remote attackers to bypass authentication, and subsequently access certain configuration/ and maintenance/ scripts, by constructing a crafted URI after receiving an authentication error for an arbitrary login attempt.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-5030 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

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-2013-5030. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.