CVE-2012-2742

CVE-2012-2742 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Mikel Olasagasti Revelation with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. 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-255.

Key facts

Description

Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier uses only the first 32 characters of a password followed by a sequence of zeros, which reduces the entropy and makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to crack passwords and obtain access to keys via a brute-force attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2742?
Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier uses only the first 32 characters of a password followed by a sequence of zeros, which reduces the entropy and makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to crack passwords and obtain access to keys via a brute-force attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-2742?
CVE-2012-2742 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-2742 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-2742?
CVE-2012-2742 primarily affects Mikel Olasagasti Revelation. In total, 24 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2742?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-2742 published?
CVE-2012-2742 was published on 2012-06-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (24)

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