CVE-2012-2240
UnknownEPSS 3.15%
Last modified
CVE-2012-2240 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. scripts/dscverify.pl in devscripts before 2.12.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors related to "arguments to external commands.". EPSS estimates a 3.15% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
scripts/dscverify.pl in devscripts before 2.12.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors related to "arguments to external commands."
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | <= 2.12.2 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.7.0 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.8.14 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.21 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.22 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.23 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.24 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.25 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.26 | Etch1 |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.9.27 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.0 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.1 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.3 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.6 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.7 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.8 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.9 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.10 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.11 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.12 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.13 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.14 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.15 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.16 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.17 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.18 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.18.1 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.19 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.20 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.21 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.22 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.23 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.24 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.25 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.26 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.27 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.28 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.29 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.30 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.31 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.32 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.33 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.34 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.35 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.36 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.38 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.39 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.40 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.41 | — |
| Devscripts Devel Team | Devscripts | 2.10.42 | — |
Showing 50 of 88 affected configurations. See NVD for the full list.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50600Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/50600Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-2240?
scripts/dscverify.pl in devscripts before 2.12.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors related to "arguments to external commands."
How severe is CVE-2012-2240?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2240 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.15% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2240?
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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