CVE-2013-3993
MediumExploitedPublic exploitIBM InfoSphere BigInsights before 2.1.0.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended file and directory restrictions, or access untrusted data or code, via crafted parameters in unspecified API calls.
Published Jul 7, 2014 · Updated Aug 14, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-3993 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.5 v3.1) affecting Infosphere Biginsights (Ibm).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jan 26, 2022 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 4.8% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Infosphere Biginsights 2.1.0.3.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
6.5
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
4.8%
Higher than 91.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
IBM InfoSphere BigInsights before 2.1.0.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended file and directory restrictions, or access untrusted data or code, via crafted parameters in unspecified API calls.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Known |
| Industry KEV feed | Jan 26, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Known |
| CIRCL KEV | May 25, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | Known |
| ENISA EUVD | May 25, 2022 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: The impacted product is end-of-life and should be disconnected if still in use.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Infosphere BiginsightsIbm | See advisory | 2.1.0.3 |
Patched Releases
Infosphere Biginsights
2.1.0.3
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 7, 2014
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jan 26, 2022
Added to CISA KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to CIRCL KEV
May 25, 2022
Added to ENISA EUVD
May 25, 2022
Last updated
Aug 14, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
- advisoryibm-biginsights-cve20133993-sec-bypass(84982)
- advisoryhttp://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21677445
- advisory68449
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
IBM InfoSphere BigInsights before 2.1.0.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended file and directory restrictions, or access untrusted data or code, via crafted parameters in unspecified API calls.
Affected: Infosphere Biginsights (Ibm). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jan 26, 2022 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
Yes. It was added on May 25, 2022 with a federal remediation due date of Jun 15, 2022.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Infosphere Biginsights 2.1.0.3.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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