CVE-2013-0512: Buffer Overflow
First published: Fri Mar 29 2013(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Manual Explore browser plug-in for Firefox in IBM Security AppScan Enterprise 5.6 and 8.x before 8.7 and IBM Rational Policy Tester 5.6 and 8.x before 8.5.0.4 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (plug-in crash) via a crafted web page.
Credit: psirt@us.ibm.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Security AppScan | =5.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.0.2 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.1.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.1.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.0.11 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.1 | |
| IBM Security AppScan | =8.6.0.2 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =5.6.0.0 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.0.0.0 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.0.0.1 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.0.0.2 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.0.1.0 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.0.1.1 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.5.0.0 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.5.0.1 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.5.0.2 | |
| IBM Rational Policy Tester | =8.5.0.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-0512?
CVE-2013-0512 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to potential denial of service caused by a stack-based buffer overflow.
How do I fix CVE-2013-0512?
To mitigate CVE-2013-0512, upgrade to IBM Security AppScan Enterprise version 8.7 or later, or IBM Rational Policy Tester version 8.5.0.4 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2013-0512?
CVE-2013-0512 affects IBM Security AppScan Enterprise versions 5.6 and 8.x prior to 8.7, and IBM Rational Policy Tester versions 5.6 and 8.x prior to 8.5.0.4.
Is CVE-2013-0512 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2013-0512 can be exploited remotely by attackers through crafted web pages that target the vulnerable browser plug-in.
What is the impact of CVE-2013-0512?
The impact of CVE-2013-0512 includes potential crashes of the affected browser plug-in, leading to a denial of service.
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