How severe is CVE-2012-5049?

CVE-2012-5049 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-5049 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-5049?

CVE-2012-5049 primarily affects Optimalog Optima Plc. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-5049?

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-2012-5049 published?

CVE-2012-5049 was published on 2012-09-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-5049

CVE-2012-5049 is a high-severity vulnerability in Optimalog Optima Plc with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Optimalog Optima Plc
Published: 2012-09-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

APIFTP Server in Optimalog Optima PLC 1.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a malformed packet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5049?: APIFTP Server in Optimalog Optima PLC 1.5.2 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (infinite loop) via a malformed packet.
How severe is CVE-2012-5049?: CVE-2012-5049 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-5049 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5049?: CVE-2012-5049 primarily affects Optimalog Optima Plc. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5049?: 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-2012-5049 published?: CVE-2012-5049 was published on 2012-09-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

cpe:2.3:a:optimalog:optima_plc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:optimalog:optima_plc:1.4.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:optimalog:optima_plc:1.4.10:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:optimalog:optima_plc:1.5.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:optimalog:optima_plc:1.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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