CVE-2013-3608: The web interface in the Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) implementation on Supermicro H8DC...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue lets a logged-in user of certain Supermicro IPMI web interfaces run operating-system commands through unsanitized input. IPMI controls server management outside the normal OS, so compromise can affect server availability and administrative trust. The sources do not show CISA KEV listing or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where affected Supermicro IPMI/BMC web interfaces are enabled, reachable, and protected only by IPMI credentials. Internet-facing or broadly reachable management networks increase business risk. The bundle does not provide precise firmware version ranges. Treat this as a high-priority infrastructure management risk if affected Supermicro IPMI interfaces are still in use. Prioritize exposed management interfaces first, then internal systems with broad administrative access paths. Mitigation focus: Inventory Supermicro systems matching the affected model families.; Review Supermicro and OEM advisories for applicable IPMI firmware updates.; Restrict IPMI web access to trusted management networks or VPN only..

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Jun 14, 2026, 15:32 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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