How severe is CVE-2012-4997?

CVE-2012-4997 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-4997 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-4997?

CVE-2012-4997 primarily affects Anecms. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4997?

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-2012-4997 published?

CVE-2012-4997 was published on 2012-09-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-4997

CVE-2012-4997 is a high-severity vulnerability in Anecms 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-22.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-22
Affected product: Anecms
Published: 2012-09-19
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in acp/index.php in AneCMS allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the p parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4997?: Directory traversal vulnerability in acp/index.php in AneCMS allows remote attackers to include and execute arbitrary local files via a .. (dot dot) in the p parameter.
How severe is CVE-2012-4997?: CVE-2012-4997 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-4997 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-4997?: CVE-2012-4997 primarily affects Anecms. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4997?: 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-2012-4997 published?: CVE-2012-4997 was published on 2012-09-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:anecms:anecms:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:anecms:anecms:2e2c583:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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