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CVE-2012-4924

9.3 · HIGH

Buffer overflow in the CxDbgPrint function in the ipswcom.dll ActiveX component 1.0.0.1 for ASUS Net4Switch 1.0.0020 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long parameter to the Al…

Published Sep 15, 2012asusCWE-119EPSS 36.34%

Overview

CVE-2012-4924 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting asus ipswcom_activex_component. It was published on September 15, 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

Buffer overflow in the CxDbgPrint function in the ipswcom.dll ActiveX component 1.0.0.1 for ASUS Net4Switch 1.0.0020 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long parameter to the Alert method.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from asus. Update ipswcom_activex_component 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-4924?

CVE-2012-4924 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting asus ipswcom_activex_component. It was published on September 15, 2012 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-4924?

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-2012-4924?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from asus. Update ipswcom_activex_component 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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