How severe is CVE-2012-0691?

CVE-2012-0691 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-0691 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-0691?

CVE-2012-0691 primarily affects Broadcom License Software. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0691?

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-2012-0691 published?

CVE-2012-0691 was published on 2012-10-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-0691

CVE-2012-0691 is a high-severity vulnerability in Broadcom License Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (26th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Broadcom License Software
Published: 2012-10-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

CA License (aka CA Licensing) before 1.90.03 does not properly restrict system commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0691?: CA License (aka CA Licensing) before 1.90.03 does not properly restrict system commands, which allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-0691?: CVE-2012-0691 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-0691 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (26th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0691?: CVE-2012-0691 primarily affects Broadcom License Software. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0691?: 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-2012-0691 published?: CVE-2012-0691 was published on 2012-10-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:0.1.0.15:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.5.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.8.0.110:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.8.0.114:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.9.1.105:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.52:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.60.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.61.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.61.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:broadcom:license_software:1.70.1.101:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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