CVE-2012-3829

Name: CVE-2012-3829
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-07-03T22:55:01.74+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.29%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-3829 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Joomla! 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain the installation path via the Host HTTP Header.. EPSS estimates a 1.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Joomla! 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain the installation path via the Host HTTP Header.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.29%

66.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-200

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Joomla	Joomla\!	2.5.3

References

Timeline

Published: Jul 3, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-3829?

Joomla! 2.5.3 allows remote attackers to obtain the installation path via the Host HTTP Header.

How severe is CVE-2012-3829?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-3829 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-3829?

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-2012-3829?

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Source: NVD / NIST