CVE-2012-6494
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 1.21%
Last modified
CVE-2012-6494 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. Rapid7 Nexpose before 5.5.4 contains a session hijacking vulnerability which allows remote attackers to capture a user's session and gain unauthorized access.. EPSS estimates a 1.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Rapid7 Nexpose before 5.5.4 contains a session hijacking vulnerability which allows remote attackers to capture a user's session and gain unauthorized access.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:L/I:L/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Rapid7 | Nexpose | < 5.5.4 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57150Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80982Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57150Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/80982Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-6494?
Rapid7 Nexpose before 5.5.4 contains a session hijacking vulnerability which allows remote attackers to capture a user's session and gain unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2012-6494?
CVE-2012-6494 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6494?
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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