CVE-2012-0439: Code Injection

Published Feb 24, 2013
·
Updated

An ActiveX control in gwcls1.dll in the client in Novell GroupWise 8.0 before 8.0.3 HP2 and 2012 before SP1 HP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a pointer argument to the SetEngine method or (2) an XPItem pointer argument to an unspecified method.

Affected Software

14 affected components
Novell GroupWise=8.0
Novell GroupWise=8.00-hp1
Novell GroupWise=8.00-hp2
Novell GroupWise=8.00-hp3
Novell GroupWise=8.01
Novell GroupWise=8.01-hp
Novell GroupWise=8.02
Novell GroupWise=8.02-hp1
Novell GroupWise=8.02-hp2
Novell GroupWise=8.02-hp3
Novell GroupWise=8.03
Novell GroupWise=8.03-hp1
Novell GroupWise=2012
Novell GroupWise=2012-sp1

Event History

Feb 24, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2012-0439?

CVE-2012-0439 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2012-0439?

To fix CVE-2012-0439, update Novell GroupWise to version 8.0.3 HP2 or later, or 2012 SP1 or later.

3

Which versions of Novell GroupWise are affected by CVE-2012-0439?

CVE-2012-0439 affects Novell GroupWise versions 8.0, 8.0 HP1, HP2, HP3, and 2012 before SP1 HP1.

4

What vulnerabilities does CVE-2012-0439 exploit?

CVE-2012-0439 exploits vulnerabilities in the gwcls1.dll ActiveX control to allow remote code execution.

5

Who can be affected by CVE-2012-0439?

Any user utilizing the affected versions of Novell GroupWise could be targeted by remote attackers leveraging CVE-2012-0439.

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