Heap-based Buffer Overflow in Opera Browser by Opera Software
CVE-2012-6468

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Opera
Status
Opera Browser
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 January 2013

What is CVE-2012-6468?

A heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the Opera Browser prior to version 12.11 that can be exploited by remote attackers. By sending a long HTTP response, malicious actors may execute arbitrary code or trigger memory corruption, potentially leading to system instability and unauthorized access to sensitive data.

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References

http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/unified/1211/
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http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/56594
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http://www.opera.com/support/kb/view/1036/
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EPSS Score

6% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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