CVE-2012-5429

Name: CVE-2012-5429
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2013-01-17T21:55:00.887+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-5429 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The VPN driver in Cisco VPN Client on Windows does not properly interact with the kernel, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel fault and system crash) via a crafted application, aka Bug ID CSCuc81669.. EPSS estimates a 0.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The VPN driver in Cisco VPN Client on Windows does not properly interact with the kernel, which allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel fault and system crash) via a crafted application, aka Bug ID CSCuc81669.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.31%

22.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Cisco	Vpn Client	All versions

References

http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2012-5429Vendor Advisory
http://tools.cisco.com/security/center/content/CiscoSecurityNotice/CVE-2012-5429Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jan 17, 2013
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-5429?

How severe is CVE-2012-5429?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-5429 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-5429?

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