Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in the Attachment_Times method in a certain ActiveX control in dwa85W.dll in IBM Lotus iNotes 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ibm | Lotus Inotes | 8.5.0.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21596862Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75321
- http://www.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=swg21596862Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/75321
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2175?
CVE-2012-2175 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in the Attachment_Times method in a certain ActiveX control in dwa85W.dll in IBM Lotus iNotes 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argume...
How severe is CVE-2012-2175?
CVE-2012-2175 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2175?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ibm Lotus Inotes.