CVE-2012-6299

Unspecified vulnerability in CA IdentityMinder r12.0 through CR16, r12.5 before SP15, and r12.6 GA allows remote attackers to bypass intended access…

published December 26, 2012

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
86.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mysterious access bypass vulnerability lurks in CA IdentityMinder, and it could let remote attackers dance right past your security measures! 💃 Think of it like a bouncer at a club who suddenly forgets the VIP list—anyone can waltz in without being checked, potentially causing chaos inside. If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and functionalities, leading to data breaches or other mischief. While the severity is classified as unknown, this vulnerability easily opens the door for opportunistic attackers to wreak havoc, making it a risk you shouldn't ignore!

Put simply

Think of it like a bouncer at a club who suddenly forgets the VIP list—anyone can waltz in without being checked, potentially causing chaos inside. This unspecified vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions in CA IdentityMinder versions r12.0 through CR16, r12.5 before SP15, and r12.6 GA, using unknown vectors to exploit the system's defenses.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain unauthorized access to sensitive information and functionalities, leading to data breaches or other mischief. While the severity is classified as unknown, this vulnerability easily opens the door for opportunistic attackers to wreak havoc, making it a risk you shouldn't ignore! To protect yourself, it's crucial to apply any available patches from CA Technologies as soon as possible to ensure you're running the most secure version. Additionally, review your access control configurations to minimize risk until further details emerge. You've got this! Stay proactive, keep your system updated, and you'll maintain your security hero status! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02772 · 86.2th percentile
Published
2012-12-26T20:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 26 DEC 20:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in CA IdentityMinder r12.0 through CR16, r12.5 before SP15, and r12.6 GA allows remote attackers to bypass intended access…
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