CVE-2013-4786
HighExploitedPublic exploitfreeipmi: Leakage of password hashes via RAKP authentication
Published Jul 8, 2013 · Updated Oct 9, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-4786 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v3) affecting Intelligent Platform Management Interface, Fujitsu M10 Firmware (Oracle).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 14, 2023 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 79% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Fujitsu M10 Firmware 2290.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3
7.5
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
79%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing, used by ransomware
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
The IPMI 2.0 specification supports RMCP+ Authenticated Key-Exchange Protocol (RAKP) authentication, which allows remote attackers to obtain password hashes and conduct offline password guessing attacks by obtaining the HMAC from a RAKP message 2 response from a BMC.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Feb 14, 2023 | n/a | Known |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Intelligent Platform Management InterfaceIntel | 2.0 | n/a |
| Fujitsu M10 FirmwareOracle | See advisory | 2290 |
Patched Releases
Fujitsu M10 Firmware
2290
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 8, 2013
Added to Industry KEV feed
Feb 14, 2023
Last updated
Oct 9, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-255
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitExploitDB-38633
- otherhttp://fish2.com/ipmi/remote-pw-cracking.html
- otherHPSBHF02981
- otherhttps://community.rapid7.com/community/metasploit/blog/2013/07/02/a-penetration-testers-guide-to-ipmi
FAQ
Common Questions.
The IPMI 2.0 specification supports RMCP+ Authenticated Key-Exchange Protocol (RAKP) authentication, which allows remote attackers to obtain password hashes and conduct offline password guessing attacks by obtaining the HMAC from a RAKP message 2 response from a BMC.
Affected: Intelligent Platform Management Interface versions 2.0; Fujitsu M10 Firmware (Oracle). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 14, 2023 and is known to be used in ransomware campaigns.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Fujitsu M10 Firmware 2290.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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