CVE-2012-1176
UnknownEPSS 2.65%
Last modified
CVE-2012-1176 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the fribidi_utf8_to_unicode function in PyFriBidi before 0.11.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a 4-byte utf-8 sequence.. EPSS estimates a 2.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer overflow in the fribidi_utf8_to_unicode function in PyFriBidi before 0.11.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a 4-byte utf-8 sequence.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Fribidi | Pyfribidi | <= 0.10.9 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-1176?
Buffer overflow in the fribidi_utf8_to_unicode function in PyFriBidi before 0.11.0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a 4-byte utf-8 sequence.
How severe is CVE-2012-1176?
Severity scoring for CVE-2012-1176 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-1176?
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.
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