CVE-2012-5522: Medium severity centos libreport-plugin-mantisbt vulnerability
MantisBT before 1.2.12 does not use an expected default value during decisions about whether a user may modify the status of a bug, which allows remote authenticated users to bypass intended access restrictions and make status changes by leveraging a blank value for a per-status setting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5522?
CVE-2012-5522 has a medium severity rating due to its ability to allow unauthorized access to modify bug statuses.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5522?
To fix CVE-2012-5522, upgrade to MantisBT version 1.2.12 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-5522?
CVE-2012-5522 affects versions of MantisBT prior to 1.2.12, including several older and beta releases.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-5522?
CVE-2012-5522 is a privilege escalation vulnerability that allows unauthorized users to change bug statuses.
Can CVE-2012-5522 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-5522 can be exploited remotely by authenticated users to bypass access restrictions.