CVE-2013-0712: IPSSH (aka the SSH server) in Wind River VxWorks 6.5 through 6.9 allows remote authenticated users to cause...

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This CVE describes a denial-of-service flaw in the SSH server bundled with Wind River VxWorks 6.5 through 6.9. An authenticated remote user could send a crafted packet that causes the SSH daemon to stop, potentially disrupting administrative access to affected embedded systems. Exposure is most likely on embedded or operational devices running VxWorks 6.5 through 6.9 with IPSSH enabled and reachable. The attacker must authenticate, so exposed management interfaces and weak, shared, or stale credentials raise risk. Prioritize internet-reachable or operationally critical VxWorks devices first. Business impact is mainly loss of SSH management access, which can delay response or maintenance, especially in embedded and industrial environments. Mitigation focus: Identify VxWorks 6.5 through 6.9 systems with IPSSH enabled.; Restrict SSH access to trusted management networks or VPN paths.; Remove unused accounts and rotate weak or shared credentials..

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Jun 24, 2026, 11:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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