CVE-2012-4578

CVE-2012-4578 is a low-severity vulnerability in Pawel Jakub Dawidek Geli 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

The geli encryption provider 7 before r239184 on FreeBSD 10 uses a weak Master Key, which makes it easier for local users to defeat a cryptographic protection mechanism via a brute-force attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4578?
The geli encryption provider 7 before r239184 on FreeBSD 10 uses a weak Master Key, which makes it easier for local users to defeat a cryptographic protection mechanism via a brute-force attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-4578?
CVE-2012-4578 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.1, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2012-4578 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (8th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4578?
CVE-2012-4578 primarily affects Pawel Jakub Dawidek Geli. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4578?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-4578 published?
CVE-2012-4578 was published on 2012-08-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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