CVE-2012-1182

CVE-2012-1182 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Samba with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 74% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-189.

Key facts

Description

The RPC code generator in Samba 3.x before 3.4.16, 3.5.x before 3.5.14, and 3.6.x before 3.6.4 does not implement validation of an array length in a manner consistent with validation of array memory allocation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPC call.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-1182?
The RPC code generator in Samba 3.x before 3.4.16, 3.5.x before 3.5.14, and 3.6.x before 3.6.4 does not implement validation of an array length in a manner consistent with validation of array memory allocation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted RPC call.
How severe is CVE-2012-1182?
CVE-2012-1182 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-1182 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 74% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-1182?
CVE-2012-1182 primarily affects Samba. In total, 144 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1182?
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-2012-1182 published?
CVE-2012-1182 was published on 2012-04-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (144)

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