How severe is CVE-2012-2531?

CVE-2012-2531 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2012-2531 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2531?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2012-2531 published?

CVE-2012-2531 was published on 2012-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-2531

CVE-2012-2531 is a low-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1. 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-200.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Published: 2012-11-14
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.5 uses weak permissions for the Operational log, which allows local users to discover credentials by reading this file, aka "Password Disclosure Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2531?: Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 7.5 uses weak permissions for the Operational log, which allows local users to discover credentials by reading this file, aka "Password Disclosure Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2012-2531?: CVE-2012-2531 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2012-2531 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2531?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-2531 published?: CVE-2012-2531 was published on 2012-11-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

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