How severe is CVE-2012-4498?

CVE-2012-4498 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-4498 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-4498?

CVE-2012-4498 primarily affects Morbus Iff Activism. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4498?

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-2012-4498 published?

CVE-2012-4498 was published on 2012-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-4498

CVE-2012-4498 is a high-severity vulnerability in Morbus Iff Activism with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Morbus Iff Activism
Published: 2012-11-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Activism module 6.x-2.x before 6.x-2.1 for Drupal does not properly restrict access to the "Campaign" content type, which might allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions and possibly have other unspecified impact.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4498?: The Activism module 6.x-2.x before 6.x-2.1 for Drupal does not properly restrict access to the "Campaign" content type, which might allow remote attackers to bypass access restrictions and possibly have other unspecified impact.
How severe is CVE-2012-4498?: CVE-2012-4498 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-4498 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4498?: CVE-2012-4498 primarily affects Morbus Iff Activism. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4498?: 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-2012-4498 published?: CVE-2012-4498 was published on 2012-11-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:morbus_iff:activism:6.x-2.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:morbus_iff:activism:6.x-2.x:dev:*:*:*:*:*:*

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