How severe is CVE-2012-4993?

CVE-2012-4993 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-4993 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-4993?

CVE-2012-4993 affects Rivetcode Rivettracker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4993?

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-2012-4993 published?

CVE-2012-4993 was published on 2012-09-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-4993

CVE-2012-4993 is a high-severity vulnerability in Rivetcode Rivettracker 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% (81st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Rivetcode Rivettracker
Published: 2012-09-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

torrent_functions.php in RivetTracker 1.03 and earlier does not properly restrict access, which allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4993?: torrent_functions.php in RivetTracker 1.03 and earlier does not properly restrict access, which allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact.
How severe is CVE-2012-4993?: CVE-2012-4993 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-4993 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4993?: CVE-2012-4993 affects Rivetcode Rivettracker. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4993?: 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-2012-4993 published?: CVE-2012-4993 was published on 2012-09-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18553

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:rivetcode:rivettracker:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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