Vulnerability Description
Opera before 11.64 does not properly allocate memory for URL strings, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via a crafted string.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | Opera Browser | <= 11.62 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/81809
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/mac/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unix/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/windows/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1016/Vendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/81809
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/mac/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unix/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/windows/1164/
- http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1016/Vendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-3561?
CVE-2012-3561 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Opera before 11.64 does not properly allocate memory for URL strings, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via...
How severe is CVE-2012-3561?
CVE-2012-3561 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-3561?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opera Opera Browser.