CVE-2013-7091
MediumExploitedPublic exploitDirectory traversal vulnerability in /res/I18nMsg,AjxMsg,ZMsg,ZmMsg,AjxKeys,ZmKeys,ZdMsg,Ajx%20TemplateMsg.js.zgz in Zimbra 7.2.2 and 8.0.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a ..
Published Dec 13, 2013 · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2013-7091 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 5.0 v2) affecting Zimbra Collaboration Suite (Synacor).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 15, 2023. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 86% 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
5.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
86%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
2 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in /res/I18nMsg,AjxMsg,ZMsg,ZmMsg,AjxKeys,ZmKeys,ZdMsg,Ajx%20TemplateMsg.js.zgz in Zimbra 7.2.2 and 8.0.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the skin parameter. NOTE: this can be leveraged to execute arbitrary code by obtaining LDAP credentials and accessing the service/admin/soap API.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Nov 13, 2023 | n/a | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Oct 15, 2023 | 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
16 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Zimbra Collaboration SuiteSynacor | 6.0.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.10, 6.0.12, 6.0.13, 6.0.14, 6.0.15, 6.0.16 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 13, 2013
Added to CIRCL KEV
Oct 15, 2023
Added to Industry KEV feed
Nov 13, 2023
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
Directory traversal vulnerability in /res/I18nMsg,AjxMsg,ZMsg,ZmMsg,AjxKeys,ZmKeys,ZdMsg,Ajx%20TemplateMsg.js.zgz in Zimbra 7.2.2 and 8.0.2 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a ..
Affected: Zimbra Collaboration Suite (Synacor) versions 6.0.0, 6.0.1, 6.0.10, 6.0.12, 6.0.13, 6.0.14, 6.0.15, 6.0.16. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV since Oct 15, 2023.
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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