CVE-2012-4527: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-4527: Stack-based buffer overflow in mcrypt 2.6.8 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a de...

Stack-based buffer overflow in mcrypt 2.6.8 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long file name. NOTE: it is not clear whether this is a vulnerability.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 20:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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CVE-2012-4527 concerns a reported stack-based buffer overflow in mcrypt 2.6.8 and earlier when handling an overly long file name. The reported impact is a crash and possible code execution, but the CVE description explicitly notes uncertainty about whether this is a real vulnerability. Exposure is most likely on legacy Linux systems or scripts still using mcrypt 2.6.8 or earlier. Risk depends on whether mcrypt processes file names supplied by untrusted users, downloads, uploads, shared directories, or automated workflows. Treat this as a legacy hygiene issue unless mcrypt is still used in file-processing workflows. The impact could be serious, but exploitability and validity are not confirmed in the provided sources. Prioritize inventory and removal or vendor-backed updates. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for mcrypt packages and scripts using mcrypt.; Follow applicable Fedora, openSUSE, or vendor package guidance for updates.; Remove mcrypt from systems where it is no longer required..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 21, 2012, 23:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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