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CVE-2012-3579

UnknownEPSS 40.21%

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CVE-2012-3579 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec Messaging Gateway (SMG) before 10.0 has a default password for an unspecified account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain privileged access via an SSH session.. EPSS estimates a 40.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Symantec Messaging Gateway (SMG) before 10.0 has a default password for an unspecified account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain privileged access via an SSH session.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
40.21%

98.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
SymantecMessaging Gateway<= 9.5.4
SymantecMessaging Gateway9.5
SymantecMessaging Gateway9.5.1
SymantecMessaging Gateway9.5.2
SymantecMessaging Gateway9.5.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3579?
Symantec Messaging Gateway (SMG) before 10.0 has a default password for an unspecified account, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain privileged access via an SSH session.
How severe is CVE-2012-3579?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3579 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 40.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3579?
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