CVE-2013-3520
HighPublic exploitVMware vCenter Chargeback Manager (aka CBM) before 2.5.1 does not proper handle uploads, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Published Jun 17, 2013 · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-3520 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Vcenter Chargeback Manager (Vmware).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 56% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Vcenter Chargeback Manager 2.5.0.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
56%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
VMware vCenter Chargeback Manager (aka CBM) before 2.5.1 does not proper handle uploads, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Affected Products
7 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Vcenter Chargeback ManagerVmware | 1.5.0, 1.6.0, 1.6.1, 1.6.2, 2.0.0, 2.0.1 | 2.5.0 |
Patched Releases
Vcenter Chargeback Manager
2.5.0
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 17, 2013
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-94 Improper Control of Generation of Code ('Code Injection')
References
FAQ
Common Questions.
VMware vCenter Chargeback Manager (aka CBM) before 2.5.1 does not proper handle uploads, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
Affected: Vcenter Chargeback Manager (Vmware) versions 1.5.0, 1.6.0, 1.6.1, 1.6.2, 2.0.0, 2.0.1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Vcenter Chargeback Manager 2.5.0.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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