How severe is CVE-2012-5938?

CVE-2012-5938 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2012-5938 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2012-5938?

CVE-2012-5938 primarily affects Ibm Infosphere Information Server. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2012-5938?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2012-5938 published?

CVE-2012-5938 was published on 2013-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2012-5938

CVE-2012-5938 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ibm Infosphere Information Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (31st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Ibm Infosphere Information Server
Published: 2013-03-20
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The installation process in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.1, 8.5, 8.7, and 9.1 on UNIX and Linux sets incorrect permissions and ownerships for unspecified files, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via standard filesystem operations.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-5938?: The installation process in IBM InfoSphere Information Server 8.1, 8.5, 8.7, and 9.1 on UNIX and Linux sets incorrect permissions and ownerships for unspecified files, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions via standard filesystem operations.
How severe is CVE-2012-5938?: CVE-2012-5938 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2012-5938 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (31st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-5938?: CVE-2012-5938 primarily affects Ibm Infosphere Information Server. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5938?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2012-5938 published?: CVE-2012-5938 was published on 2013-03-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:infosphere_information_server:8.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:infosphere_information_server:8.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:infosphere_information_server:8.7:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:infosphere_information_server:9.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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