CVE-2012-4882
First published: Fri Sep 07 2012(Updated: )
Multiple untrusted search path vulnerabilities in 3D XML Player 6.212.13.12076 allow local users to gain privileges via a Trojan horse (1) dwmapi.dll or (2) JT0DevPhase.dll file in the current working directory, as demonstrated by a directory that contains a .3dx file. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| 3ds 3D XML Player | =6.212.13.12076 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4882?
CVE-2012-4882 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to its ability to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2012-4882?
To fix CVE-2012-4882, ensure that the 3D XML Player is updated to the latest version, which addresses these untrusted search path vulnerabilities.
Who is affected by CVE-2012-4882?
CVE-2012-4882 affects users of 3D XML Player version 6.212.13.12076 and allows local users to manipulate certain files to exploit the vulnerability.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2012-4882?
The potential impacts of CVE-2012-4882 include privilege escalation, which could allow a local user to execute malicious code with elevated permissions.
What specific files can exploit CVE-2012-4882?
CVE-2012-4882 can be exploited through the placement of Trojan horse files, specifically dwmapi.dll or JT0DevPhase.dll, in the current working directory.
- agent/references
- agent/author
- agent/severity
- agent/type
- agent/event
- agent/description
- agent/softwarecombine
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- vendor/3ds
- canonical/3ds 3d xml player
- version/3ds 3d xml player/6.212.13.12076