CVE-2012-2285

Name: CVE-2012-2285
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-29T22:55:01.3+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-2285 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. EMC Cloud Tiering Appliance (aka CTA, formerly FMA) 9.0 and earlier, and Cloud Tiering Appliance Virtual Edition (CTA/VE) 9.0 and earlier, allows remote attackers to obtain GUI administrative access by sending a crafted file during the authentication phase.. EPSS estimates a 1.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

EMC Cloud Tiering Appliance (aka CTA, formerly FMA) 9.0 and earlier, and Cloud Tiering Appliance Virtual Edition (CTA/VE) 9.0 and earlier, allows remote attackers to obtain GUI administrative access by sending a crafted file during the authentication phase.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.40%

69.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Emc	Cloud Tiering Appliance Virtual Edition	<= 9.0
Emc	Cloud Tiering Appliance	<= 9.0

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 29, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2285?

How severe is CVE-2012-2285?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2285 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2285?

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