CVE-2013-6117
HighExploitedPublic exploitDahua DVR 2.608.0000.0 and 2.608.GV00.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain sensitive information including user credentials, change user passwords, clear log files, and perform other actions via a request to TCP port 37777.
Published Jul 11, 2014 · Updated May 6, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-6117 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Dvr Firmware (Dahuasecurity).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 27, 2025. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 70% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
70%
Higher than 99.3% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Dahua DVR 2.608.0000.0 and 2.608.GV00.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain sensitive information including user credentials, change user passwords, clear log files, and perform other actions via a request to TCP port 37777.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Feb 27, 2025 | n/a | Not reported |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dvr FirmwareDahuasecurity | 2.608.0000.0, 2.608.gv00.0 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 11, 2014
Added to Industry KEV feed
Feb 27, 2025
Last updated
May 6, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-287 Improper Authentication
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitExploitDB-29673
- otherhttp://blog.depthsecurity.com/2013/11/dahua-dvr-authentication-bypass-cve.html
- otherhttp://packetstormsecurity.com/files/124022/Dahua-DVR-Authentication-Bypass.html
- other20131113 Dahua DVR Authentication Bypass - CVE-2013-6117
FAQ
Common Questions.
Dahua DVR 2.608.0000.0 and 2.608.GV00.0 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and obtain sensitive information including user credentials, change user passwords, clear log files, and perform other actions via a request to TCP port 37777.
Affected: Dvr Firmware (Dahuasecurity) versions 2.608.0000.0, 2.608.gv00.0. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Feb 27, 2025.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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