How severe is CVE-2012-4418?

CVE-2012-4418 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2012-4418 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-4418?

CVE-2012-4418 affects Apache Axis2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4418?

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

When was CVE-2012-4418 published?

CVE-2012-4418 was published on 2012-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-4418

CVE-2012-4418 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Axis2 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (93rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Apache Axis2
Published: 2012-10-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Apache Axis2 allows remote attackers to forge messages and bypass authentication via an "XML Signature wrapping attack."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4418?: Apache Axis2 allows remote attackers to forge messages and bypass authentication via an "XML Signature wrapping attack."
How severe is CVE-2012-4418?: CVE-2012-4418 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-4418 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4418?: CVE-2012-4418 affects Apache Axis2. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4418?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-4418 published?: CVE-2012-4418 was published on 2012-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:apache:axis2:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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