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CVE-2012-6141

7.5 · HIGH

The App::Context module 0.01 through 0.968 for Perl does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to (1) App::Sess…

Published Jun 4, 2014stephen_adkinsCWE-94EPSS 2.33%

Overview

CVE-2012-6141 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting stephen_adkins app\. It was published on June 4, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The App::Context module 0.01 through 0.968 for Perl does not properly use the Storable::thaw function, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request to (1) App::Session::Cookie or (2) App::Session::HTMLHidden, which is not properly handled when it is deserialized.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from stephen_adkins. Update app\ 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-2012-6141?

CVE-2012-6141 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting stephen_adkins app\. It was published on June 4, 2014 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2012-6141?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, 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-2012-6141?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from stephen_adkins. Update app\ 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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