CVE-2012-2498

Name: CVE-2012-2498
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-06T17:55:01.103+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.48%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-2498 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 3.0 through 3.0.08066 does not ensure that authentication makes use of a legitimate certificate, which allows user-assisted man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers via a crafted certificate, aka Bug ID CSCtz29197.. EPSS estimates a 0.48% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cisco AnyConnect Secure Mobility Client 3.0 through 3.0.08066 does not ensure that authentication makes use of a legitimate certificate, which allows user-assisted man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof servers via a crafted certificate, aka Bug ID CSCtz29197.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.48%

37.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-287

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client	3.0
Cisco	Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client	3.0.0629
Cisco	Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client	3.0.07059
Cisco	Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client	3.0.08057
Cisco	Anyconnect Secure Mobility Client	3.0.08066

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 6, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-2498?

How severe is CVE-2012-2498?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-2498 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2498?

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