CVE-2012-4587

Name: CVE-2012-4587
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-22T10:42:05.007+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-4587 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. McAfee Enterprise Mobility Manager (EMM) Agent before 4.8 and Server before 10.1, when one-time provisioning (OTP) mode is enabled, have an improper dependency on DNS SRV records, which makes it easier for remote attackers to discover user passwords by spoofing the EMM server, as demonstrated by a password entered on an iOS device.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

McAfee Enterprise Mobility Manager (EMM) Agent before 4.8 and Server before 10.1, when one-time provisioning (OTP) mode is enabled, have an improper dependency on DNS SRV records, which makes it easier for remote attackers to discover user passwords by spoofing the EMM server, as demonstrated by a password entered on an iOS device.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mcafee	Enterprise Mobility Manager	<= 4.7
Mcafee	Enterprise Mobility Manager Agent	<= 10.0

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 22, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-4587?

How severe is CVE-2012-4587?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4587 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4587?

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Source: NVD / NIST