How severe is CVE-2012-0228?

CVE-2012-0228 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-0228 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-0228?

CVE-2012-0228 primarily affects Invensys Wonderware Information Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0228?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2012-0228 published?

CVE-2012-0228 was published on 2012-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-0228

CVE-2012-0228 is a high-severity vulnerability in Invensys Wonderware Information Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Invensys Wonderware Information Server
Published: 2012-04-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Invensys Wonderware Information Server 4.0 SP1 and 4.5 does not properly implement client controls, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0228?: Invensys Wonderware Information Server 4.0 SP1 and 4.5 does not properly implement client controls, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-0228?: CVE-2012-0228 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-0228 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0228?: CVE-2012-0228 primarily affects Invensys Wonderware Information Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0228?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-0228 published?: CVE-2012-0228 was published on 2012-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:invensys:wonderware_information_server:4.0:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:invensys:wonderware_information_server:4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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