Is CVE-2013-7179 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-7179, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-7179 be exploited remotely?

Partially. CVE-2013-7179 requires adjacent network access (same network segment) to exploit.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-7179?

CVE-2013-7179 has a CVSS score of 8.3 (HIGH).

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CVE-2013-7179

CWE-20Published: February 4, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

8.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

The ping functionality in cgi-bin/diagnostic.cgi on Seowon Intech SWC-9100 routers allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the ping_ipaddr parameter.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-7179 requires adjacent network access, limiting remote exploitation but still posing risk in shared or local network environments.

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-2013-7179. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.