What is the severity of CVE-2012-2442?

CVE-2012-2442 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2012-2442?

To mitigate CVE-2012-2442, users should update to a version of Nokia PC Suite beyond 7.1.180.64, if available.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2442?

CVE-2012-2442 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Video Manager of Nokia PC Suite.

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-2442?

CVE-2012-2442 affects Nokia PC Suite versions 7.1.180.64 and earlier.

How can attackers exploit CVE-2012-2442?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2012-2442 by sending a crafted mp4 file to the target, leading to potential denial of service.

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CVE-2012-2442

medium

4.3

CWE

119

25/7/2012

6/8/2024

CVE-2012-2442: Buffer Overflow

First published: Wed Jul 25 2012(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the Video Manager in Nokia PC Suite 7.1.180.64 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service via a crafted mp4 file.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Nokia PC Suite	<=7.1.180.64

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2442?
To mitigate CVE-2012-2442, users should update to a version of Nokia PC Suite beyond 7.1.180.64, if available.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Video Manager of Nokia PC Suite.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 affects Nokia PC Suite versions 7.1.180.64 and earlier.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2012-2442?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2012-2442 by sending a crafted mp4 file to the target, leading to potential denial of service.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2442?
To mitigate CVE-2012-2442, users should update to a version of Nokia PC Suite beyond 7.1.180.64, if available.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the Video Manager of Nokia PC Suite.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2012-2442?
CVE-2012-2442 affects Nokia PC Suite versions 7.1.180.64 and earlier.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2012-2442?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2012-2442 by sending a crafted mp4 file to the target, leading to potential denial of service.