CVE-2012-5358

Name: CVE-2012-5358
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-10-30T14:29:00.297+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.91%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-5358 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The XSLTCompiledTransform function in Ektron Content Management System (CMS) before 8.02 SP5 configures the XSL with enableDocumentFunction set to true, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and consequently bypass authentication, modify viewstate, cause a denial of service, or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted XSL data.. EPSS estimates a 1.91% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The XSLTCompiledTransform function in Ektron Content Management System (CMS) before 8.02 SP5 configures the XSL with enableDocumentFunction set to true, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files and consequently bypass authentication, modify viewstate, cause a denial of service, or possibly have unspecified other impact via crafted XSL data.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.91%

77.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-19

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Ektron	Ektron Content Management System	<= 8.02	Sp4

References

http://documentation.ektron.com/current/ReleaseNotes/Release8/8.02SP5.htmIssue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/msvr12-016Issue Tracking, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
https://webstersprodigy.net/2012/10/25/cve-2012-5357cve-1012-5358-cool-ektron-xslt-rce-bugs/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
http://documentation.ektron.com/current/ReleaseNotes/Release8/8.02SP5.htmIssue Tracking, Vendor Advisory
https://technet.microsoft.com/library/security/msvr12-016Issue Tracking, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
https://webstersprodigy.net/2012/10/25/cve-2012-5357cve-1012-5358-cool-ektron-xslt-rce-bugs/Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 30, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-5358?

How severe is CVE-2012-5358?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5358 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.91% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-5358?

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