IBM SPSS SamplePower 'VsVIEW6' ActiveX Control Multiple Remote Code Execution Vulnerabilities
Severity: CRITICAL
CVE Identifier: CVE-2012-0189
Advisory Date: JUL 21, 2015
DESCRIPTION
IBM SPSS SamplePower is prone to multiple unspecified remote code-execution vulnerabilities. Successfully exploiting these issues allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application (typically Internet Explorer) using the ActiveX control. Failed exploit attempts will likely result in denial-of-service conditions.
TREND MICRO PROTECTION INFORMATION
Apply associated Trend Micro DPI Rules.
SOLUTION
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Number: 1004916
Trend Micro Deep Security DPI Rule Name: 1004916 - IBM SPSS 'VsVIEW6.ocx' ActiveX Control Code Execution Vulnerability
AFFECTED SOFTWARE AND VERSION
- Internet Explorer
- ibm spss_samplepower 3.0
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