CVE-2012-4005: Infoleak
Published Aug 7, 2012
·Updated
The NHN Japan NAVER LINE application before 2.5.5 for Android does not properly handle implicit intents, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive message information via a crafted application.
Affected Software
1 affected component
NAVER Nhn Japan Naver Line Android<=2.5
Event History
Aug 7, 2012
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4005?
CVE-2012-4005 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for sensitive information exposure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-4005?
To remediate CVE-2012-4005, update the NHN Japan NAVER LINE application to version 2.5.5 or later.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4005?
CVE-2012-4005 is an implicit intents vulnerability that allows exploitation by crafted applications.
4
What can attackers achieve by exploiting CVE-2012-4005?
By exploiting CVE-2012-4005, attackers can obtain sensitive message information from affected devices.
5
Which versions of the NHN Japan NAVER LINE application are affected by CVE-2012-4005?
Versions of the NHN Japan NAVER LINE application prior to 2.5.5 are affected by CVE-2012-4005.