CVE-2012-2164

Name: CVE-2012-2164
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-17T20:55:04.213+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.11%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-2164 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Web client in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.x before 7.1.2.7 and 8.x before 8.0.0.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions, and use the Site Administration menu to modify system settings, via a parameter-tampering attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Web client in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.x before 7.1.2.7 and 8.x before 8.0.0.3 allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions, and use the Site Administration menu to modify system settings, via a parameter-tampering attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.11%

61.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.1
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.2
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.3
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.4
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.5
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.6
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.7
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.1.8
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.1
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.2
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.3
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.4
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.5
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	7.1.2.6
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	8.0
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	8.0.0.1
Ibm	Rational Clearquest	8.0.0.2

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM62735Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21606318Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75039
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM62735Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21606318Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75039

Timeline

Published: Aug 17, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2164?

How severe is CVE-2012-2164?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2164 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2164?

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