Is CVE-2013-7196 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-7196, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-7196 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2013-7196 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-7196?

CVE-2013-7196 has a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM).

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CVE-2013-7196

CWE-264Published: April 18, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

5.5

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

static/ajax.php in PHPFox 3.7.3, 3.7.4, and 3.7.5 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended "Only Me" restrictions and comment on a private publication via a request with a modified val[item_id] parameter for the publication.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-7196 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-2013-7196. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.