Vulnerability Details : CVE-2012-5379
Untrusted search path vulnerability in the installation functionality in ActivePython 3.2.2.3, when installed in the top-level C:\ directory, might allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse DLL in the C:\Python27 or C:\Python27\Scripts directory, which may be added to the PATH system environment variable by an administrator, as demonstrated by a Trojan horse wlbsctrl.dll file used by the "IKE and AuthIP IPsec Keying Modules" system service in Windows Vista SP1, Windows Server 2008 SP2, Windows 7 SP1, and Windows 8 Release Preview. NOTE: CVE disputes this issue because the unsafe PATH is established only by a separate administrative action that is not a default part of the ActivePython installation
Exploit prediction scoring system (EPSS) score for CVE-2012-5379
Probability of exploitation activity in the next 30 days: 0.04%
Percentile, the proportion of vulnerabilities that are scored at or less: ~ 6 % EPSS Score History EPSS FAQ
CVSS scores for CVE-2012-5379
| Base Score | Base Severity | CVSS Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Score Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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6.0
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MEDIUM | AV:L/AC:H/Au:S/C:C/I:C/A:C |
1.5
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10.0
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NIST |
References for CVE-2012-5379
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https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23108
Privilege Escalation Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows - HTB23108 Security Advisory | ImmuniWebExploit
Products affected by CVE-2012-5379
- cpe:2.3:a:activestate:activepython:3.2.2.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*