CVE-2012-2556: Code Injection
First published: Wed Dec 12 2012(Updated: )
The OpenType Font (OTF) driver in the kernel-mode drivers in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and SP3, Windows Server 2003 SP2, Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2, R2, and R2 SP1, Windows 7 Gold and SP1, Windows 8, Windows Server 2012, and Windows RT allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted OpenType font file, aka "OpenType Font Parsing Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 7 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 7 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows 8.0 | ||
| Microsoft Windows RT | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | =r2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2556?
CVE-2012-2556 has a critical severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2556?
To address CVE-2012-2556, ensure that you install the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Which versions of Windows are affected by CVE-2012-2556?
CVE-2012-2556 affects multiple versions including Windows XP, Server 2003, Vista, Server 2008, Windows 7 and 8, as well as Windows RT.
Can CVE-2012-2556 lead to data breaches?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2012-2556 can allow attackers to execute arbitrary code, potentially leading to unauthorized access and data breaches.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2012-2556?
CVE-2012-2556 can be exploited via specially crafted OpenType fonts that could be sent to the affected systems.
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