CVE-2012-5301

CVE-2012-5301 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Cerberusftp Ftp Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. 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-310.

Key facts

Description

The default configuration of Cerberus FTP Server before 5.0.4.0 supports the DES cipher for SSH sessions, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and performing a brute-force attack on the encrypted data.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5301?
The default configuration of Cerberus FTP Server before 5.0.4.0 supports the DES cipher for SSH sessions, which makes it easier for remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network and performing a brute-force attack on the encrypted data.
How severe is CVE-2012-5301?
CVE-2012-5301 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-5301 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (64th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5301?
CVE-2012-5301 primarily affects Cerberusftp Ftp Server. In total, 126 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5301?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-5301 published?
CVE-2012-5301 was published on 2012-10-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (126)

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