Is CVE-2013-7248 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2013-7248, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2013-7248 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2013-7248 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2013-7248?

CVE-2013-7248 has a CVSS score of 10.0 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2013-7248

CWE-255Published: January 26, 2014· Updated: Jun 17, 2026

10.0

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Franklin Fueling Systems TS-550 evo with firmware 2.0.0.6833 and other versions before 2.4.0 has a hardcoded password for the roleDiag account, which allows remote attackers to gain root privileges, as demonstrated using a cmdWebCheckRole action in a TSA_REQUEST.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2013-7248 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-2013-7248. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.