CVE-2012-0201 describes a stack-based buffer overflow in IBM Personal Communications versions 5.9.x before 5.9.8 and 6.0.x before 6.0.4, specifically within the pcspref.dll component of pcsws.exe. This critical vulnerability, rated 9.3 CVSS, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying a long profile string in a WorkStation (.ws) file, requiring medium attack complexity. While not on the KEV catalog, a Metasploit module and ExploitDB entry confirm exploit code availability, though there is no evidence of active exploitation, community discussion, or media coverage.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
5.9.7.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:ibm:personal_communications:5.9.7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
5.9.7.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:ibm:personal_communications:5.9.7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
6.0.3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:ibm:personal_communications:6.0.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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Remediation records are not available for this CVE.