CVE-2013-2642: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2013-2642: Sophos Web Appliance before 3.7.8.2 allows (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell met...

Sophos Web Appliance before 3.7.8.2 allows (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the client-ip parameter to the Block page, when using the user_workstation variable in a customized template, and remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the (2) url parameter to the Diagnostic Tools functionality or (3) entries parameter to the Local Site List functionality.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 15:44 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2013-2642 is command injection in Sophos Web Appliance before 3.7.8.2. Under specific conditions, attackers or authenticated users could make the appliance run operating-system commands. Business urgency is highest where the appliance is internet-accessible, still deployed, or has customized Block page templates using the user_workstation variable. Exposure is limited to Sophos Web Appliance deployments before 3.7.8.2. Risk is higher for externally reachable appliances, customized Block pages using user_workstation, and environments where authenticated appliance users are numerous or weakly controlled. Treat as a high-priority legacy appliance remediation item. If any Sophos Web Appliance remains in use below 3.7.8.2, prioritize upgrade or isolation because compromise could undermine a perimeter security control. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Sophos Web Appliance systems before 3.7.8.2 according to Sophos guidance.; Review customized Block page templates for user_workstation usage.; Limit appliance administration access to trusted management networks..

Prepared: Jun 14, 2026, 14:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 18, 2014, 14:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://www.sec-consult.com/fxdata/seccons/prod/temedia/advisories_txt/20130403-0_Sophos_Web_Protection_Appliance_Multiple_Vulnerabilities.txtCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC

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