CVE-2012-5537

CVE-2012-5537 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Simplenews Scheduler Project Simplenews Scheduler with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0. 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-94.

Key facts

Description

The Simplenews Scheduler module 6.x-2.x before 6.x-2.4 for Drupal allows remote authenticated users with the "send scheduled newsletters" permission to inject arbitrary PHP code into the scheduling form, which is later executed by cron.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5537?
The Simplenews Scheduler module 6.x-2.x before 6.x-2.4 for Drupal allows remote authenticated users with the "send scheduled newsletters" permission to inject arbitrary PHP code into the scheduling form, which is later executed by cron.
How severe is CVE-2012-5537?
CVE-2012-5537 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-5537 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5537?
CVE-2012-5537 primarily affects Simplenews Scheduler Project Simplenews Scheduler. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5537?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-5537 published?
CVE-2012-5537 was published on 2012-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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