How severe is CVE-2012-5220?

CVE-2012-5220 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-5220 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-5220?

CVE-2012-5220 primarily affects Hp Storage Data Protector. In total, 14 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-5220?

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-2012-5220 published?

CVE-2012-5220 was published on 2013-04-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-5220

CVE-2012-5220 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Storage Data Protector with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (46th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Storage Data Protector
Published: 2013-04-26
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in HP Storage Data Protector 6.20, 6.21, 7.00, and 7.01 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5220?: Unspecified vulnerability in HP Storage Data Protector 6.20, 6.21, 7.00, and 7.01 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2012-5220?: CVE-2012-5220 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-5220 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (46th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5220?: CVE-2012-5220 primarily affects Hp Storage Data Protector. In total, 14 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5220?: 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-2012-5220 published?: CVE-2012-5220 was published on 2013-04-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://h20566.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/template.PAGE/public/kb/docDisplay/?docId=emr_na-c03570121-2

Affected products (14)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.20:-:*:*:*:hp-ux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.20:-:*:*:*:redhat_enterprise_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.20:-:*:*:*:sunos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.20:-:*:*:*:suse_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.21:-:*:*:*:hp-ux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.21:-:*:*:*:redhat_enterprise_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.21:-:*:*:*:sunos:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:6.21:-:*:*:*:suse_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.00:-:*:*:*:hp-ux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.00:-:*:*:*:redhat_enterprise_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.00:-:*:*:*:suse_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.01:-:*:*:*:hp-ux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.01:-:*:*:*:redhat_enterprise_linux:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:storage_data_protector:7.01:-:*:*:*:suse_linux:*:*

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