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CVE-2012-0192

9.3 · HIGH

Multiple integer overflows in vclmi.dll in the visual class library module in IBM Lotus Symphony before 3.0.1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an embedded (1) JPEG or (2)…

Published Jan 23, 2012ibmCWE-189EPSS 5.14%

Overview

CVE-2012-0192 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm lotus_symphony. It was published on January 23, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple integer overflows in vclmi.dll in the visual class library module in IBM Lotus Symphony before 3.0.1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an embedded (1) JPEG or (2) PNG image object in a Symphony document that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow, as demonstrated by a .doc file.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update lotus_symphony to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

VendorProductVersionsStatus
ibmlotus_symphony0Affected

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0192?

CVE-2012-0192 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm lotus_symphony. It was published on January 23, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-0192?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2012-0192?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update lotus_symphony to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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