Vulnerability Description
The MASetupCaller ActiveX control before 1.4.2012.508 in MASetupCaller.dll in MarkAny ContentSAFER, as distributed in Samsung KIES before 2.3.2.12074_13_13, does not properly implement unspecified methods, which allows remote attackers to download an arbitrary program onto a client machine, and execute this program, via a crafted HTML document.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samsung | Kies | <= 2.3.2.12074 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/663809PatchUS Government Resource
- http://www.krcert.or.kr/kor/data/secNoticeView.jsp?p_bulletin_writing_sequence=9
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/663809PatchUS Government Resource
- http://www.krcert.or.kr/kor/data/secNoticeView.jsp?p_bulletin_writing_sequence=9
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2990?
CVE-2012-2990 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The MASetupCaller ActiveX control before 1.4.2012.508 in MASetupCaller.dll in MarkAny ContentSAFER, as distributed in Samsung KIES before 2.3.2.12074_13_13, does not properly implement unspecified met...
How severe is CVE-2012-2990?
CVE-2012-2990 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-2012-2990?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Samsung Kies.