CVE-2012-5179
UnknownEPSS 0.34%
Last modified
CVE-2012-5179 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Boat Browser application before 4.2 and Boat Browser Mini application before 3.9 for Android do not properly implement the WebView class, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.34% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Boat Browser application before 4.2 and Boat Browser Mini application before 3.9 for Android do not properly implement the WebView class, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | <= 4.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.0 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.2 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.3 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.4.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.5.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 2.6 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 3.0 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 3.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 3.2.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser | 3.3 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | <= 3.8 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.6.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.7 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.7.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.8 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.9 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.9.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 2.9.2 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.0.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.0.2 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.1 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.2 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.3 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.4 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.5 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.6 |
| Boatmob | Boat Browser Mini | 3.7 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-5179?
The Boat Browser application before 4.2 and Boat Browser Mini application before 3.9 for Android do not properly implement the WebView class, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application.
How severe is CVE-2012-5179?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5179 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.34% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5179?
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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