CVE-2012-4728: Null Pointer Dereference
First published: Thu Jun 05 2014(Updated: )
The (1) QProGetNotebookWindowHandle and (2) Ordinal132 functions in QPW160.dll in Corel Quattro Pro X6 Standard Edition 16.0.0.388 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (NULL pointer dereference and crash) via a crafted QPW file.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Corel Quattro Pro X6 | <=16.0.0.388 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-03/0048.html
- http://osvdb.org/91039
- http://osvdb.org/91040
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/120713/Corel-Quattro-Pro-X6-Standard-Edition-NULL-Pointer-Dereference.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/58386
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/82707
- https://www.htbridge.com/advisory/HTB23112
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4728?
CVE-2012-4728 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability, which can cause the application to crash.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4728?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4728, users should update Corel Quattro Pro X6 to a version later than 16.0.0.388.
What software is affected by CVE-2012-4728?
CVE-2012-4728 affects Corel Quattro Pro X6 Standard Edition version 16.0.0.388 and earlier.
How can attackers exploit CVE-2012-4728?
Attackers can exploit CVE-2012-4728 by sending crafted QPW files that trigger a NULL pointer dereference.
What impact does CVE-2012-4728 have on users?
The impact of CVE-2012-4728 on users is the potential for application crashes, leading to denial of service.
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