CVE-2012-2173

Name: CVE-2012-2173
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-06-20T10:27:28.317+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.17%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-2173 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ODBC driver in IBM Security AppScan Source 7.x and 8.x before 8.6 sends an SHA-1 hash of the connection password during connections to a solidDB database, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.. EPSS estimates a 1.17% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The ODBC driver in IBM Security AppScan Source 7.x and 8.x before 8.6 sends an SHA-1 hash of the connection password during connections to a solidDB database, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.17%

63.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	7.0
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	8.0
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	8.0.0.1
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	8.0.0.2
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	8.5
Ibm	Security Appscan Source	8.5.0.1

References

Timeline

Published: Jun 20, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2173?

How severe is CVE-2012-2173?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2173 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.17% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2173?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2012-2173?

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Source: NVD / NIST