CVE-2018-12449

Name: CVE-2018-12449
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2018-10-11T13:29:00.297+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.90%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2018-12449 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Whale browser installer 0.4.3.0 and earlier versions allows DLL hijacking.. EPSS estimates a 0.90% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Whale browser installer 0.4.3.0 and earlier versions allows DLL hijacking.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.90%

55.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Navercorp	Whale	<= 0.4.3.0

References

https://cve.naver.com/detail/cve-2018-12449Vendor Advisory
https://cve.naver.com/detail/cve-2018-12449Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Oct 11, 2018
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2018-12449?

The Whale browser installer 0.4.3.0 and earlier versions allows DLL hijacking.

How severe is CVE-2018-12449?

Severity scoring for CVE-2018-12449 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.90% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2018-12449?

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-2018-12449?

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Source: NVD / NIST