Vulnerability Description
nxapplet.jar in No Machine NX Web Companion 3.x and earlier does not properly verify the authenticity of updates, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) SiteUrl or (2) RedirectUrl parameter that points to a Trojan Horse client.zip update file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nomachine | Nx Web Companion | <= 3.5.0-2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0161.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2012-01/0466.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47685Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/72712
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2012-01/0161.html
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2012-01/0466.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/47685Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/72712
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-5003?
CVE-2012-5003 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). nxapplet.jar in No Machine NX Web Companion 3.x and earlier does not properly verify the authenticity of updates, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1...
How severe is CVE-2012-5003?
CVE-2012-5003 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-5003?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nomachine Nx Web Companion.