CVE-2012-4588

Name: CVE-2012-4588
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-22T10:42:05.037+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.08%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-4588 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. McAfee Enterprise Mobility Manager (EMM) Agent before 4.8 and Server before 10.1 record all invalid usernames presented in failed login attempts, and place them on a list of accounts that an administrator may wish to unlock, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (excessive list size in the EMM Database) via a long sequence of login attempts with different usernames.. EPSS estimates a 1.08% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

McAfee Enterprise Mobility Manager (EMM) Agent before 4.8 and Server before 10.1 record all invalid usernames presented in failed login attempts, and place them on a list of accounts that an administrator may wish to unlock, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (excessive list size in the EMM Database) via a long sequence of login attempts with different usernames.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.08%

60.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-255

Affected Software

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

References

https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10021Vendor Advisory
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10021Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-4588?

How severe is CVE-2012-4588?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4588 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.08% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4588?

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