CVE-2012-4736: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-4736: The Device Encryption Client component in Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise 6.0, when a volume-based encryption p...

The Device Encryption Client component in Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise 6.0, when a volume-based encryption policy is enabled in conjunction with a user-defined key, does not properly block use of exFAT USB flash drives, which makes it easier for local users to bypass intended access restrictions and copy sensitive information to a drive via multiple removal and reattach operations.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise 6.0 Device Encryption Client in a specific policy configuration. A local user could bypass intended USB restrictions for exFAT flash drives and copy sensitive data. The main business risk is data leakage from managed endpoints, not remote system compromise. Exposure is likely limited to environments still running Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise 6.0 Device Encryption Client with volume-based encryption policies using user-defined keys and relying on USB blocking for data-loss prevention. Treat this as a targeted data-leakage risk for legacy endpoint encryption deployments. It does not indicate remote compromise, but it can undermine policy controls meant to prevent sensitive files leaving the organization. Mitigation focus: Check Sophos knowledge base 114138 for official vendor remediation guidance.; Inventory endpoints running Sophos SafeGuard Enterprise 6.0 Device Encryption Client.; Review policies using volume-based encryption with user-defined keys..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 00:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Aug 29, 2012, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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sge-exfat-usbflash-security-bypass(78580)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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