CVE-2012-6306
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.31%
Last modified
CVE-2012-6306 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability exists in HCView (aka Hardcoreview) 1.4 due to a write access violation with a GIF file.. EPSS estimates a 1.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability exists in HCView (aka Hardcoreview) 1.4 due to a write access violation with a GIF file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hcview Project | Hcview | 1.4 |
References
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/12/10/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=135516610818927&w=2Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/12/10/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- https://marc.info/?l=oss-security&m=135516610818927&w=2Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2012-6306?
A vulnerability exists in HCView (aka Hardcoreview) 1.4 due to a write access violation with a GIF file.
How severe is CVE-2012-6306?
CVE-2012-6306 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2012-6306?
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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