CVE-2012-0335: Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances (ASA) 5500 series devices with software 7.2 through 8.4 do not properly...

Security readout for executives and security teams

Cisco ASA 5500 firewalls running software 7.2 through 8.4 could mishandle proxy authentication during cut-through firewall access. The public CVE says a remote attacker could obtain sensitive information through a connection attempt. Treat this as a perimeter-device information exposure issue, but the provided sources do not quantify severity. Exposure is most likely where Cisco ASA 5500 series devices run ASA software 7.2 through 8.4 and use cut-through firewall or proxy authentication workflows. The bundle does not identify specific configurations, interfaces, or fixed versions. Handle during the next firewall maintenance cycle, sooner for internet-facing or authentication-sensitive deployments. The issue affects security appliances and may expose sensitive information, but the bundle lacks evidence of active exploitation or critical severity. Mitigation focus: Inventory Cisco ASA 5500 devices and record exact ASA software versions.; Check Cisco guidance for CSCtx42746 and relevant ASA interim release notes.; Prioritize upgrade or remediation for ASA 7.2 through 8.4 systems..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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