CVE-2012-0880
CVE-2012-0880 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apache Xerces-c++ with a CVSS 3.x 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-399.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 7.8
- EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (90th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-399
- Affected product: Apache Xerces-c++
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Apache Xerces-C++ allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted message sent to an XML service that causes hash table collisions.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2012-0880?
- Apache Xerces-C++ allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (CPU consumption) via a crafted message sent to an XML service that causes hash table collisions.
- How severe is CVE-2012-0880?
- CVE-2012-0880 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2012-0880 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2012-0880?
- CVE-2012-0880 affects Apache Xerces-c++. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2012-0880?
- 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-2012-0880 published?
- CVE-2012-0880 was published on 2017-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:apache:xerces-c\+\+:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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