CVE-2013-2977: Integer Overflow

Published May 10, 2013
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Updated

Integer overflow in IBM Notes 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP4 Interim Fix 1 and 9.x before 9.0 Interim Fix 1 on Windows, and 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP5 and 9.x before 9.0.1 on Linux, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a malformed PNG image in a previewed e-mail message, aka SPR NPEI96K82Q.

Affected Software

22 affected components
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.0.0
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.0.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.0
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.2
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.3
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.4
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.1.5
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.2.0
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.2.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.2.2
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.2.3
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.3
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.3.1
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.3.2
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.3.3
IBM Lotus Notes=8.5.3.4
IBM Lotus Notes=9.0.0.0
Microsoft Windows
Linux Linux kernel

Event History

May 10, 2013
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2013-2977?

CVE-2013-2977 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2013-2977?

To fix CVE-2013-2977, update your IBM Notes to version 8.5.3 FP4 Interim Fix 1 or 9.0 Interim Fix 1 or higher.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2013-2977?

CVE-2013-2977 affects IBM Notes versions 8.5.x before 8.5.3 FP4 on Windows and 9.x before 9.0 on various operating systems.

4

What is the exploit vector for CVE-2013-2977?

The exploit vector for CVE-2013-2977 involves sending a malformed PNG image in a previewed email message.

5

Can attackers gain access to sensitive information through CVE-2013-2977?

Yes, attackers can potentially execute arbitrary code which may lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information through CVE-2013-2977.

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