CVE-2012-5886

CVE-2012-5886 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Tomcat 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-287.

Key facts

Description

The HTTP Digest Access Authentication implementation in Apache Tomcat 5.5.x before 5.5.36, 6.x before 6.0.36, and 7.x before 7.0.30 caches information about the authenticated user within the session state, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via vectors related to the session ID.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5886?
The HTTP Digest Access Authentication implementation in Apache Tomcat 5.5.x before 5.5.36, 6.x before 6.0.36, and 7.x before 7.0.30 caches information about the authenticated user within the session state, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via vectors related to the session ID.
How severe is CVE-2012-5886?
CVE-2012-5886 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-5886 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5886?
CVE-2012-5886 primarily affects Apache Tomcat. In total, 107 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5886?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-5886 published?
CVE-2012-5886 was published on 2012-11-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (107)

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