CVE-2012-2746

CVE-2012-2746 is a low-severity vulnerability in Redhat Directory Server 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-310.

Key facts

Description

389 Directory Server before 1.2.11.6 (aka Red Hat Directory Server before 8.2.10-3), when the password of a LDAP user has been changed and audit logging is enabled, saves the new password to the log in plain text, which allows remote authenticated users to read the password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-2746?
389 Directory Server before 1.2.11.6 (aka Red Hat Directory Server before 8.2.10-3), when the password of a LDAP user has been changed and audit logging is enabled, saves the new password to the log in plain text, which allows remote authenticated users to read the password.
How severe is CVE-2012-2746?
CVE-2012-2746 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2012-2746 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-2746?
CVE-2012-2746 primarily affects Redhat Directory Server. In total, 42 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2746?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-2746 published?
CVE-2012-2746 was published on 2012-07-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (42)

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