CVE-2012-4598

Name: CVE-2012-4598
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-08-22T10:42:05.523+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 29.38%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-4598 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. An unspecified ActiveX control in McAfee Virtual Technician (MVT) before 6.4, and ePO-MVT, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer crash) via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 29.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

An unspecified ActiveX control in McAfee Virtual Technician (MVT) before 6.4, and ePO-MVT, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer crash) via a crafted web site.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

29.38%

97.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Mcafee	Mcafee Virtual Technician	<= 6.3.0.1911
Mcafee	Epo Mcafee Virtual Technician	<= 1.0.7
Mcafee	Epo Mcafee Virtual Technician	1.0
Mcafee	Epo Mcafee Virtual Technician	1.0.4.0

References

https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10028Vendor Advisory
https://kc.mcafee.com/corporate/index?page=content&id=SB10028Vendor Advisory

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-4598?

How severe is CVE-2012-4598?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4598 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 29.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4598?

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