How severe is CVE-2012-4688?

CVE-2012-4688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-4688 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-4688?

CVE-2012-4688 affects I-gen Oplynx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4688?

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-2012-4688 published?

CVE-2012-4688 was published on 2012-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-4688

CVE-2012-4688 is a high-severity vulnerability in I-gen Oplynx 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-592.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-592
Affected product: I-gen Oplynx
Published: 2012-12-31
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Central application in i-GEN opLYNX before 2.01.9 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via vectors involving the disabling of browser JavaScript support.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4688?: The Central application in i-GEN opLYNX before 2.01.9 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via vectors involving the disabling of browser JavaScript support.
How severe is CVE-2012-4688?: CVE-2012-4688 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-4688 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4688?: CVE-2012-4688 affects I-gen Oplynx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4688?: 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-2012-4688 published?: CVE-2012-4688 was published on 2012-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:i-gen:oplynx:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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