CVE-2012-2498
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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.
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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 |
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- Status
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