CVE-2012-2427

CVE-2012-2427 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Xarrow with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the server in xArrow before 3.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via packets that trigger an invalid free operation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2427?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the server in xArrow before 3.4.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via packets that trigger an invalid free operation.
How severe is CVE-2012-2427?
CVE-2012-2427 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-2427 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-2427?
CVE-2012-2427 affects Xarrow. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2427?
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-2012-2427 published?
CVE-2012-2427 was published on 2012-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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