CVE-2012-4886: Buffer Overflow
Published Mar 24, 2014
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in wpsio.dll in Kingsoft WPS Office 2012 possibly 8.1.0.3238 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long BSTR string.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Kingsoft Office 2012=8.1.0.3238
Event History
Mar 24, 2014
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:43 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-4886?
CVE-2012-4886 is considered high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-4886?
To fix CVE-2012-4886, update to a version of Kingsoft WPS Office that does not contain this vulnerability.
3
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2012-4886?
CVE-2012-4886 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
4
What software is affected by CVE-2012-4886?
CVE-2012-4886 affects Kingsoft WPS Office 2012 version 8.1.0.3238.
5
Can CVE-2012-4886 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2012-4886 can be exploited remotely via a crafted long BSTR string.