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CVE-2012-2162

UnknownEPSS 1.24%

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CVE-2012-2162 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Web Server Plug-in in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 8.0 and earlier uses unencrypted HTTP communication after expiration of the plugin-key.kdb password, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network, or spoof arbitrary servers via a man-in-the-middle attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.24% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Web Server Plug-in in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 8.0 and earlier uses unencrypted HTTP communication after expiration of the plugin-key.kdb password, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network, or spoof arbitrary servers via a man-in-the-middle attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.24%

65.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
IbmWebsphere Application Server<= 8.0.0.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.2
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.3
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.4
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.5
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.6
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.7
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.8
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.9
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.10
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.11
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.12
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.13
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.14
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.15
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.0.2.16
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.0.2
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.0.3
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.0.4
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.0.5
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.2
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.3
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.4
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.5
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.6
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.7
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.8
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.9
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.10
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.11
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.12
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.13
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.14
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.15
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.16
IbmWebsphere Application Server5.1.1.17
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0.0.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0.0.2
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0.0.3
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0.1
IbmWebsphere Application Server6.0.1.1

Showing 50 of 135 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2162?
The Web Server Plug-in in IBM WebSphere Application Server (WAS) 8.0 and earlier uses unencrypted HTTP communication after expiration of the plugin-key.kdb password, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network, or spoof arbitrary servers via a man-in-the-middle attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-2162?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2162 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.24% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2162?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST