CVE-2012-3329

Name: CVE-2012-3329
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-12-19T11:55:54.127+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.34%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-3329 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) through 3.62 and 3.70 through 9.21 and Bootable Media Creator (BoMC) through 2.30 and 3.00 through 9.21 on Linux allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) temporary file or (2) log file.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

IBM Advanced Settings Utility (ASU) through 3.62 and 3.70 through 9.21 and Bootable Media Creator (BoMC) through 2.30 and 3.00 through 9.21 on Linux allow local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on a (1) temporary file or (2) log file.

Metrics

CVSS 3.0

/10

EPSS Probability

0.34%

25.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-59

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Advanced Settings Utility	3.62
Ibm	Advanced Settings Utility	3.70
Ibm	Advanced Settings Utility	9.21
Ibm	Bootable Media Creator	2.30
Ibm	Bootable Media Creator	3.00
Ibm	Bootable Media Creator	9.21

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 19, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3329?

How severe is CVE-2012-3329?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3329 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-3329?

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-2012-3329?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST