CVE-2012-5867: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 23, 2020
·Updated
HT Editor 2.0.20 has a Remote Stack Buffer Overflow Vulnerability
Affected Software
1 affected component
Ht Editor Project Ht Editor=2.0.20
Event History
Jan 23, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:07 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2012-5867?
CVE-2012-5867 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2012-5867?
To fix CVE-2012-5867, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of HT Editor that is not vulnerable.
3
What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2012-5867?
CVE-2012-5867 can lead to remote stack buffer overflow attacks allowing an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
4
Is CVE-2012-5867 easy to exploit?
Yes, exploiting CVE-2012-5867 may be relatively easy for attackers with knowledge of buffer overflow techniques.
5
What software is affected by CVE-2012-5867?
CVE-2012-5867 specifically affects HT Editor version 2.0.20.