CVE-2012-0201

Name: CVE-2012-0201
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2012-03-02T11:55:00.853+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 37.18%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2012-0201 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in pcspref.dll in pcsws.exe in IBM Personal Communications 5.9.x before 5.9.8 and 6.0.x before 6.0.4 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long profile string in a WorkStation (aka .ws) file.. EPSS estimates a 37.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in pcspref.dll in pcsws.exe in IBM Personal Communications 5.9.x before 5.9.8 and 6.0.x before 6.0.4 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long profile string in a WorkStation (aka .ws) file.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

37.18%

98.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ibm	Personal Communications	5.9.7.0
Ibm	Personal Communications	5.9.7.1
Ibm	Personal Communications	6.0.3.0

References

Timeline

Published: Mar 2, 2012
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2012-0201?

How severe is CVE-2012-0201?

Severity scoring for CVE-2012-0201 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 37.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2012-0201?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2012-0201?

Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.

Scan your code now

Source: NVD / NIST