CVE-2012-2429

CVE-2012-2429 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-189.

Key facts

Description

The server in xArrow before 3.4.1 performs an invalid read operation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2429?
The server in xArrow before 3.4.1 performs an invalid read operation, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-2429?
CVE-2012-2429 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-2429 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-2012-2429?
CVE-2012-2429 affects Xarrow. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2429?
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-2012-2429 published?
CVE-2012-2429 was published on 2012-05-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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