CVE-2013-7394: The "runshellscript echo.sh" script in Splunk before 5.0.5 allows remote authenticated users to execute arb...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Splunk versions before 5.0.5 had an authenticated remote command execution issue in the runshellscript echo.sh script. A logged-in remote user could submit crafted input that caused arbitrary commands to run. This is most urgent where old Splunk instances remain reachable by many users or exposed beyond tightly controlled admin networks. Exposure is likely limited to Splunk deployments older than 5.0.5 where authenticated users can reach the vulnerable script or related app functionality. Current supported Splunk versions are not identified as affected in the provided sources. Prioritize remediation if legacy Splunk still exists, because authenticated command execution against a logging platform can affect monitoring integrity and host security. If all Splunk systems are modern and access-controlled, this is mainly a legacy exposure verification task. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire Splunk versions older than 5.0.5.; Upgrade affected Splunk deployments to 5.0.5 or a supported fixed release.; Restrict Splunk access to trusted administrative networks and users..

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Jun 14, 2026, 07:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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