CVE-2012-5886: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-5886: The HTTP Digest Access Authentication implementation in Apache Tomcat 5.5.x before 5.5.36, 6.x before 6.0.3...

The HTTP Digest Access Authentication implementation in Apache Tomcat 5.5.x before 5.5.36, 6.x before 6.0.36, and 7.x before 7.0.30 caches information about the authenticated user within the session state, which makes it easier for remote attackers to bypass authentication via vectors related to the session ID.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-5886 is an authentication bypass issue in older Apache Tomcat versions when HTTP Digest Access Authentication is used. Tomcat cached authenticated user information in session state, making session ID-related bypasses easier. The source bundle does not show active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely where legacy Tomcat servers use HTTP Digest authentication for protected applications. Systems on vendor-supported repackaged Tomcat may also be affected until the relevant distribution advisory update is applied. Prioritize remediation for legacy Tomcat systems protecting sensitive applications with HTTP Digest authentication. Absence from KEV lowers emergency pressure, but authentication bypass risk justifies planned, tracked remediation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Tomcat to 5.5.36, 6.0.36, 7.0.30, or later as applicable.; Apply vendor Tomcat updates from IBM, Red Hat, Ubuntu, or openSUSE where used.; Identify applications relying on HTTP Digest authentication on legacy Tomcat..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 17, 2012, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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tomcat-http-Digest-security-bypass(80407)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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