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CVE-2012-0271: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Sep 19 2012(Updated: )

Integer overflow in the WebConsole component in gwia.exe in GroupWise Internet Agent (GWIA) in Novell GroupWise 8.0 before 8.0.3 HP1 and 2012 before SP1 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow, as demonstrated by a request with -1 in the Content-Length HTTP header.

Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.0
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.01
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.01-hp
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.02
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.02-hp1
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.02-hp2
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.02-hp3
Micro Focus GroupWise=8.03
Micro Focus GroupWise=2012
Micro Focus GroupWise=5.2
Micro Focus GroupWise=5.5
Micro Focus GroupWise=5.57e
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.0
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.0.1-sp1
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp1
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp2
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp3
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp4
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp5
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5-sp6
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5.2
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5.3
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5.4
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5.6
Micro Focus GroupWise=6.5.7
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.0
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.0.3-hp4
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.0.3-hp5
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.0.4
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.0.4-ftf
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.01
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.01-ir1
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.02
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.02-hp1
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.02-hp1a
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.02-hp2
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.02-hp2r1
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.03
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.03-hp
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.03-hp2
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.03-hp3
Micro Focus GroupWise=7.03-hp3\+ftf

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2012-0271?

    CVE-2012-0271 has a high severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution via a specially crafted request.

  • How do I fix CVE-2012-0271?

    To fix CVE-2012-0271, upgrade to Novell GroupWise version 8.0.3 HP1 or later, or the 2012 version with Service Pack 1.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2012-0271?

    CVE-2012-0271 affects Novell GroupWise versions 8.0, 8.01, 8.02, and 2012 before Service Pack 1, along with several other versions listed in the advisory.

  • What type of attack can exploit CVE-2012-0271?

    CVE-2012-0271 can be exploited through a crafted request that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

  • Is CVE-2012-0271 publicly known?

    Yes, CVE-2012-0271 is a publicly disclosed vulnerability and should be addressed promptly to mitigate risk.

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