CVE-2012-5552

CVE-2012-5552 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Erikwebb Password Policy 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-200.

Key facts

Description

The Password policy module 6.x-1.x before 6.x-1.5 and 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3 for Drupal allows remote attackers to obtain password hashes by sniffing the network, related to "client-side password history checks."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5552?
The Password policy module 6.x-1.x before 6.x-1.5 and 7.x-1.x before 7.x-1.3 for Drupal allows remote attackers to obtain password hashes by sniffing the network, related to "client-side password history checks."
How severe is CVE-2012-5552?
CVE-2012-5552 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-5552 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5552?
CVE-2012-5552 primarily affects Erikwebb Password Policy. In total, 23 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5552?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-5552 published?
CVE-2012-5552 was published on 2012-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (23)

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