CVE-2012-4851

Name: CVE-2012-4851
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-11-14T12:30:59.413+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.83%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-4851 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 Liberty Profile before 8.5.0.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URI.. EPSS estimates a 1.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 Liberty Profile before 8.5.0.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URI.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.83%

76.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-79

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Websphere Application Server	<= 8.5.0.0

References

Timeline

Published: Nov 14, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-4851?

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in IBM WebSphere Application Server 8.5 Liberty Profile before 8.5.0.1 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via a crafted URI.

How severe is CVE-2012-4851?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-4851 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4851?

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-2012-4851?

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Source: NVD / NIST