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CVE-2012-0202

10.0 · HIGH

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in tm1admsd.exe in the Admin Server in IBM Cognos TM1 9.4.x and 9.5.x before 9.5.2 FP2 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) or po…

Published May 4, 2012ibmCWE-119EPSS 54.47%

Overview

CVE-2012-0202 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm cognos_tm1. It was published on May 4, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in tm1admsd.exe in the Admin Server in IBM Cognos TM1 9.4.x and 9.5.x before 9.5.2 FP2 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (daemon crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via crafted data.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update cognos_tm1 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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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0202?

CVE-2012-0202 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ibm cognos_tm1. It was published on May 4, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-0202?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, 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-2012-0202?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ibm. Update cognos_tm1 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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