Vulnerability Description
The FT2FontEntry::CreateFontEntry function in FreeType, as used in the Android build of Mozilla Firefox before 16.0.1 on CyanogenMod 10, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 16.0 |
| Cyanogenmod | Cyanogenmod | 10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2012/mfsa2012-88.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027653
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=790139
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79208
- http://www.mozilla.org/security/announce/2012/mfsa2012-88.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1027653
- https://bugzilla.mozilla.org/show_bug.cgi?id=790139
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/79208
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-4190?
CVE-2012-4190 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). The FT2FontEntry::CreateFontEntry function in FreeType, as used in the Android build of Mozilla Firefox before 16.0.1 on CyanogenMod 10, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory co...
How severe is CVE-2012-4190?
CVE-2012-4190 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-2012-4190?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mozilla Firefox, Cyanogenmod Cyanogenmod.