CVE-2012-4512: High severity KDE kde vulnerability

Published Feb 8, 2020
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Updated

The CSS parser (khtml/css/cssparser.cpp) in Konqueror in KDE 4.7.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly read memory via a crafted font face source, related to "type confusion."

Affected Software

5 affected components
KDE kde=4.7.3
redhat Enterprise Linux=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Desktop=6.0
redhat Enterprise Linux Server Eus=6.3
redhat Enterprise Linux Workstation=6.0

Event History

Feb 8, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:09 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:09 PM
DescriptionWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2012-4512?

CVE-2012-4512 is a vulnerability in the CSS parser (khtml/css/cssparser.cpp) in Konqueror in KDE 4.7.3 that allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly read memory.

2

What is the severity of CVE-2012-4512?

The severity of CVE-2012-4512 is high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

3

How does CVE-2012-4512 affect Konqueror?

CVE-2012-4512 affects Konqueror in KDE 4.7.3, allowing remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly read memory.

4

How can I fix CVE-2012-4512?

To fix CVE-2012-4512, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Konqueror or apply the necessary security patches.

5

Are there any references for CVE-2012-4512?

Yes, you can find references for CVE-2012-4512 at the following links: [1] [2] [3].

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