CVE-2012-3951

CVE-2012-3951 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sonicwall Scrutinizer with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 52% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-89.

Key facts

Description

The MySQL component in Plixer Scrutinizer (aka Dell SonicWALL Scrutinizer) 9.0.1.19899 and earlier has a default password of admin for the (1) scrutinizer and (2) scrutremote accounts, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a TCP session.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-3951?
The MySQL component in Plixer Scrutinizer (aka Dell SonicWALL Scrutinizer) 9.0.1.19899 and earlier has a default password of admin for the (1) scrutinizer and (2) scrutremote accounts, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a TCP session.
How severe is CVE-2012-3951?
CVE-2012-3951 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-3951 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 52% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-3951?
CVE-2012-3951 affects Sonicwall Scrutinizer. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-3951?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-3951 published?
CVE-2012-3951 was published on 2012-07-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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