CVE-2012-2962
MediumPublic exploitSQL injection vulnerability in d4d/statusFilter.php in Plixer Scrutinizer (aka Dell SonicWALL Scrutinizer) before 9.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter.
Published Jul 30, 2012 · Updated Apr 28, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2012-2962 is a medium-severity vulnerability (CVSS 6.5 v2) affecting Scrutinizer (Sonicwall).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 67% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including Scrutinizer 9.5.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
6.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
67%
Higher than 99.2% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
SQL injection vulnerability in d4d/statusFilter.php in Plixer Scrutinizer (aka Dell SonicWALL Scrutinizer) before 9.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter.
Affected Products
1 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ScrutinizerSonicwall | See advisory | 9.5.2 |
Patched Releases
Scrutinizer
9.5.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jul 30, 2012
Last updated
Apr 28, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-89 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an SQL Command ('SQL Injection')
References
- advisory50052
- advisoryscrutinizer-statusfilter-sql-injection(77148)
- advisoryVU#404051
- advisoryhttp://www.plixer.com/Press-Releases/plixer-releases-9-5-2.html
- advisoryhttp://www.sonicwall.com/shared/download/Dell_SonicWALL_Scrutinizer_Service_Bulletin_for_SQL_injection_vulnerability_CVE.pdf
FAQ
Common Questions.
SQL injection vulnerability in d4d/statusFilter.php in Plixer Scrutinizer (aka Dell SonicWALL Scrutinizer) before 9.5.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the q parameter.
Affected: Scrutinizer (Sonicwall). The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including Scrutinizer 9.5.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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