CVE-2012-2619: Input Validation
First published: Wed Nov 14 2012(Updated: )
The Broadcom BCM4325 and BCM4329 Wi-Fi chips, as used in certain Acer, Apple, Asus, Ford, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Malata, Motorola, Nokia, Pantech, Samsung, and Sony products, allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (out-of-bounds read and Wi-Fi outage) via an RSN 802.11i information element.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Broadcom BCM4325 | ||
| Broadcom Bcm4329 | ||
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | <=6.0.2 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =6.0 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =6.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jan/msg00000.html
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2013/Jan/msg00001.html
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5642
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5643
- http://www.coresecurity.com/content/broadcom-input-validation-BCM4325-BCM4329
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/160027
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-2619?
CVE-2012-2619 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to denial of service conditions, affecting connectivity.
How do I fix CVE-2012-2619?
To fix CVE-2012-2619, users should apply available firmware updates for their devices that utilize the affected Broadcom BCM4325 and BCM4329 Wi-Fi chips.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2012-2619?
CVE-2012-2619 affects various devices from manufacturers such as Acer, Apple, Asus, Ford, HTC, Kyocera, LG, Motorola, Nokia, Pantech, Samsung, and Sony.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2012-2619?
CVE-2012-2619 is associated with a remote denial of service attack that can lead to out-of-bounds read conditions and Wi-Fi outages.
Is CVE-2012-2619 exploitable without user interaction?
Yes, CVE-2012-2619 can be exploited remotely by attackers without requiring any user interaction.
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