CVE-2012-5649: Code Injection
First published: Fri May 23 2014(Updated: )
Apache CouchDB before 1.0.4, 1.1.x before 1.1.2, and 1.2.x before 1.2.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a JSONP callback, related to Adobe Flash.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apache CouchDB | <=1.0.3 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.0 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.1 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.0.2 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.1.0 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.1.1 | |
| Apache CouchDB | =1.2.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2013-01/0057.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2013-February/098089.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2013-February/098092.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/51765
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2013:067
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/57314
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5649?
CVE-2012-5649 is considered to have a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2012-5649?
To fix CVE-2012-5649, upgrade your Apache CouchDB to version 1.0.4, 1.1.2, or 1.2.1 or later.
What versions of Apache CouchDB are affected by CVE-2012-5649?
CVE-2012-5649 affects Apache CouchDB versions prior to 1.0.4, 1.1.x before 1.1.2, and 1.2.x before 1.2.1.
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2012-5649?
CVE-2012-5649 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a JSONP callback, which can lead to severe security breaches.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2012-5649 if I cannot upgrade?
There are no known effective workarounds for CVE-2012-5649, so upgrading is the recommended method to mitigate the vulnerability.
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