CVE-2012-1257
First published: Wed Nov 20 2019(Updated: )
Pidgin 2.10.0 uses DBUS for certain cleartext communication, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via a dbus session monitor.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin Pidgin | =2.10.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID?
The vulnerability ID is CVE-2012-1257.
What is the severity of CVE-2012-1257?
The severity of CVE-2012-1257 is medium (5.5).
What software is affected by CVE-2012-1257?
Pidgin 2.10.0 is affected by CVE-2012-1257.
How can local users exploit CVE-2012-1257?
Local users can exploit CVE-2012-1257 by using a dbus session monitor to obtain sensitive information.
Are there any references for CVE-2012-1257?
Yes, you can find references for CVE-2012-1257 at the following links: [http://developer.pidgin.im/ticket/14830](http://developer.pidgin.im/ticket/14830) and [http://pidgin.im/pipermail/devel/2011-December/010521.html](http://pidgin.im/pipermail/devel/2011-December/010521.html).
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