CVE-2012-5862

CVE-2012-5862 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Sinapsitech Sinapsi Firmware with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 12% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-259.

Key facts

Description

These Sinapsi devices store hard-coded passwords in the PHP file of the device. By using the hard-coded passwords in the device, attackers can log into the device with administrative privileges. This could allow the attacker to have unauthorized access.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5862?
These Sinapsi devices store hard-coded passwords in the PHP file of the device. By using the hard-coded passwords in the device, attackers can log into the device with administrative privileges. This could allow the attacker to have unauthorized access.
How severe is CVE-2012-5862?
CVE-2012-5862 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2012-5862 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 12% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5862?
CVE-2012-5862 primarily affects Sinapsitech Sinapsi Firmware. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5862?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-5862 published?
CVE-2012-5862 was published on 2012-11-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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