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CVE-2012-6498

UnknownEPSS 2.02%

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CVE-2012-6498 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in index.php in Atomymaxsite 2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file, as exploited in the wild in October 2012.. EPSS estimates a 2.02% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in index.php in Atomymaxsite 2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file, as exploited in the wild in October 2012.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.02%

78.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MaxtomAtomymaxsite<= 2.5
MaxtomAtomymaxsite1.50
MaxtomAtomymaxsite2.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-6498?
Unrestricted file upload vulnerability in index.php in Atomymaxsite 2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by uploading a file with an executable extension, then accessing it via a direct request to the file, as exploited in the wild in October 2012.
How severe is CVE-2012-6498?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-6498 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.02% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6498?
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