CVE-2012-5179: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5179: The Boat Browser application before 4.2 and Boat Browser Mini application before 3.9 for Android do not pro...

The Boat Browser application before 4.2 and Boat Browser Mini application before 3.9 for Android do not properly implement the WebView class, which allows attackers to obtain sensitive information via a crafted application.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 17:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This CVE affects legacy Android Boat Browser apps. A flawed WebView implementation could let a malicious crafted application obtain sensitive information from users running vulnerable versions. The source bundle provides no CVSS score, no CWE, and no confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is limited to Android devices with Boat Browser before 4.2 or Boat Browser Mini before 3.9 installed. Enterprise exposure is most likely in unmanaged or legacy Android fleets. Treat this as a legacy mobile hygiene issue unless the organization still supports old Android devices or these apps. Prioritize inventory and removal over emergency response because exploitation is not confirmed in the supplied sources. Mitigation focus: Inventory Android devices for Boat Browser and Boat Browser Mini installations.; Remove the apps if they are not business-required.; Update Boat Browser to 4.2 or later where still used..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 26, 2012, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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