What is the severity of CVE-2012-4786?

CVE-2012-4786 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2012-4786?

To mitigate CVE-2012-4786, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions.

Which systems are affected by CVE-2012-4786?

CVE-2012-4786 affects multiple Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2003 and 2008.

Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2012-4786 without user interaction?

Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2012-4786 without requiring user interaction by sending a specially crafted TrueType Font.

What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2012-4786?

Exploiting CVE-2012-4786 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to gain control of the affected system.

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CVE-2012-4786

critical

CWE

12/12/2012

26/2/2019

CVE-2012-4786: Code Injection

First published: Wed Dec 12 2012(Updated: )

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 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted TrueType Font (TTF) file, aka "TrueType Font Parsing Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows 7	=sp1
Microsoft Windows 7	=gold
Microsoft Windows Server 2003	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=sp2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2
Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Itanium	=r2-sp1
Microsoft Windows Vista	=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp3

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-4786?
CVE-2012-4786 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4786?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4786, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2012-4786?
CVE-2012-4786 affects multiple Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2003 and 2008.
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2012-4786 without user interaction?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2012-4786 without requiring user interaction by sending a specially crafted TrueType Font.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2012-4786?
Exploiting CVE-2012-4786 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to gain control of the affected system.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2012-4786?
CVE-2012-4786 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4786?
To mitigate CVE-2012-4786, apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft for affected versions.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2012-4786?
CVE-2012-4786 affects multiple Windows operating systems including Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, and Windows Server 2003 and 2008.
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2012-4786 without user interaction?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2012-4786 without requiring user interaction by sending a specially crafted TrueType Font.
What are the potential consequences of exploiting CVE-2012-4786?
Exploiting CVE-2012-4786 can lead to arbitrary code execution, allowing attackers to gain control of the affected system.