Is CVE-2012-1723 actively exploited?

Yes. CVE-2012-1723 is listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, which means exploitation in the wild has been confirmed.

Can CVE-2012-1723 be exploited remotely?

The attack vector of CVE-2012-1723 has not been classified yet.

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2012-1723?

CVE-2012-1723 has not received a CVSS score yet.

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HIGHCISA KEVIN THE WILD

CVE-2012-1723

Published: March 3, 2022

EPSS:94.00%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:99.9th

Official Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) component in Oracle Java SE allows remote attackers to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability via Unknown vectors related to Hotspot.

NVD Source

CISA KEV Advisory

Oracle Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE) Arbitrary Code Execution Vulnerability

Added to KEV: 2022-03-03Federal patch deadline: 2022-03-24⚠ USED IN RANSOMWARE CAMPAIGNS

Required Action (CISA)

Apply updates per vendor instructions.

Risk Analysis

This vulnerability in Oracle Java SE's Java Runtime Environment (JRE) Hotspot component allows remote attackers to compromise confidentiality, integrity, and availability through unknown vectors. The high EPSS score of 0.93996 indicates a very high likelihood of exploitation, making this a critical vulnerability to address. Its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog confirms it has been actively exploited in the wild.

Active exploitation of this vulnerability has been observed in the wild, as confirmed by its inclusion in CISA's KEV catalog. The nature of the vulnerability suggests it is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

Update Oracle Java SE to a patched version to mitigate this vulnerability. Regularly apply security updates to all Java installations.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2012-1723 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

CISA has added CVE-2012-1723 to the Known Exploited Vulnerabilities (KEV) catalog, confirming active exploitation in the wild. U.S. federal agencies are required to patch this within the mandated timeframe, and all organizations should treat remediation as urgent.