CVE-2012-3559

Unspecified vulnerability in Opera before 12.00 on Mac OS X has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to a "moderate severity issue."

published June 14, 2012

CVSS
—
EPSS
1%
Percentile
72.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unspecified vulnerability in Opera before version 12.00 on Mac OS X leaves the door ajar — but we’re not quite sure how wide! 🔍 Think of it like a café with a side door that swings open but doesn’t have a proper lock. You know it’s there, and while you can’t see exactly what’s happening inside, anyone could slip through if they wanted to! The potential impact is a bit nebulous, but it could allow an attacker to exploit the unknown vectors. This could lead to data leaks or other unforeseen consequences — definitely not the kind of surprise you want!

Put simply

Think of it like a café with a side door that swings open but doesn’t have a proper lock. You know it’s there, and while you can’t see exactly what’s happening inside, anyone could slip through if they wanted to! This vulnerability presents unknown attack vectors and impacts in versions of Opera before 12.00 on Mac OS X. While details are sparse, the lack of a defined mitigation makes it a lingering concern.

What to do

The potential impact is a bit nebulous, but it could allow an attacker to exploit the unknown vectors. This could lead to data leaks or other unforeseen consequences — definitely not the kind of surprise you want! Users should upgrade to Opera 12.00 or later to patch this vulnerability. Regularly check for updates and changes to ensure you're not using outdated software. You've got this! Stay vigilant, keep your software updated, and you'll be well on your way to keeping your browsing secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01396 · 72.0th percentile
Published
2012-06-14T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 JUN 19:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in Opera before 12.00 on Mac OS X has unknown impact and attack vectors, related to a "moderate severity issue."
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