CVE-2012-0262

CVE-2012-0262 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Op5 Monitor with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 73% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Description

op5config/welcome in system-op5config before 2.0.3 in op5 Monitor and op5 Appliance before 5.5.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the password parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0262?
op5config/welcome in system-op5config before 2.0.3 in op5 Monitor and op5 Appliance before 5.5.3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the password parameter.
How severe is CVE-2012-0262?
CVE-2012-0262 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-0262 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 73% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0262?
CVE-2012-0262 primarily affects Op5 Monitor. In total, 6 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0262?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-0262 published?
CVE-2012-0262 was published on 2013-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (6)

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