CVE-2012-1497

CVE-2012-1497 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Movabletype Movable Type Open Source with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.0. 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-22.

Key facts

Description

The default configuration of Movable Type before 4.38, 5.0x before 5.07, and 5.1x before 5.13 supports the "mt:Include file=" attribute, which allows remote authenticated users to conduct directory traversal attacks and read arbitrary files by leveraging the template-designer role.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-1497?
The default configuration of Movable Type before 4.38, 5.0x before 5.07, and 5.1x before 5.13 supports the "mt:Include file=" attribute, which allows remote authenticated users to conduct directory traversal attacks and read arbitrary files by leveraging the template-designer role.
How severe is CVE-2012-1497?
CVE-2012-1497 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-1497 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-1497?
CVE-2012-1497 primarily affects Movabletype Movable Type Open Source. In total, 120 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1497?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-1497 published?
CVE-2012-1497 was published on 2012-03-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (120)

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