CVE-2012-10051
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-08
Last updated on: 2025-08-08
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| photodex | proshow_producer | 5.0.3256 |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-121 | A stack-based buffer overflow condition is a condition where the buffer being overwritten is allocated on the stack (i.e., is a local variable or, rarely, a parameter to a function). |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow in Photodex ProShow Producer version 5.0.3256. It occurs when the application processes plugin load list files without properly validating their contents. If a specially crafted load file is placed in the installation directory, the application overflows its buffer during startup when parsing this file. Exploitation requires local access to place the malicious file and user interaction to launch the application.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to a buffer overflow, which may allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code or cause the application to crash. Since exploitation requires local access and user interaction, an attacker with access to the system could potentially compromise the application or system security by placing a malicious file and tricking the user into launching the application.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, ensure that untrusted users cannot place specially crafted load files in the Photodex ProShow Producer installation directory. Limit local access to the system and avoid launching the application with untrusted files. Applying any available patches or updates from the vendor is also recommended.