CVE-2012-2169

Name: CVE-2012-2169
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-17T20:55:04.37+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-2169 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the file-upload functionality in the Web client in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.x before 7.1.2.7 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the File Description field.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the file-upload functionality in the Web client in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.1.x before 7.1.2.7 allows remote authenticated users to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the File Description field.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.40%

69.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

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

References

http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM62762Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21607783Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75049
http://www-01.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg1PM62762Vendor Advisory
http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21607783Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75049

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2169?

How severe is CVE-2012-2169?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2169 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2169?

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