CVE-2012-0432
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitStack-based buffer overflow in the Novell NCP implementation in NetIQ eDirectory 8.8.7.x before 8.8.7.2 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Published Dec 25, 2012 · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2012-0432 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 10.0 v2) affecting Edirectory (Microfocus).
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 25, 2012. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 59% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v2
10.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
59%
Higher than 99.0% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
1 catalog listing
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Novell NCP implementation in NetIQ eDirectory 8.8.7.x before 8.8.7.2 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry KEV feed | Dec 25, 2012 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply remediations or mitigations per vendor instructions or discontinue use of the product if remediation or mitigations are unavailable.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| EdirectoryMicrofocus | 8.8.7.0, 8.8.7.1 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Dec 25, 2012
Added to Industry KEV feed
Dec 25, 2012
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-119 Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitMSF novell_edirectory_ncp_bof.rb
- exploitExploitDB-24205
- exploitExploitDB-24323
- otherhttps://bugzilla.novell.com/show_bug.cgi?id=785272
FAQ
Common Questions.
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Novell NCP implementation in NetIQ eDirectory 8.8.7.x before 8.8.7.2 allows remote attackers to have an unspecified impact via unknown vectors.
Affected: Edirectory (Microfocus) versions 8.8.7.0, 8.8.7.1. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in Industry KEV feed since Dec 25, 2012.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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