CVE-2012-6429 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 10.0 Published 4 Apr 2014 Updated 6 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a buffer overflow in Samsung Kies ActiveX control, requiring user interaction.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2012-6429?

CVE-2012-6429 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 4 Apr 2014. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Buffer overflow in the PrepareSync method in the SyncService.dll ActiveX control in Samsung Kies before 2.5.1.12123_2_7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string to the password argument.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2012-6429?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Samsung Kies.

How do I fix CVE-2012-6429?

No fix has been published for CVE-2012-6429 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2012-6429 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2012-6429 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-34mm-8gf5-xj36.