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9.3

IBM SPSS SamplePower 3.0 can run malicious code

CVE-2012-5945 · published 13 years ago
Summary

The SamplePower 3.0 software from IBM contains a flaw in a component that handles certain list data. An attacker who can send specially crafted information could cause the program to execute unwanted code on the user’s computer. Updating to the first post‑release patch or later version fixes the issue.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
ibm spss_samplepower 3.0.0.0
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:spss_samplepower:3.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Multiple buffer overflows in the Vsflex8l ActiveX control in IBM SPSS SamplePower 3.0 before FP1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) ComboList or (2) ColComboList proper...
Multiple buffer overflows in the Vsflex8l ActiveX control in IBM SPSS SamplePower 3.0 before FP1 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) ComboList or (2) ColComboList property value.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 14 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.3 Critical
Exploitation
3% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-119Buffer Overflow
Timeline
Published30 Apr 2013
Updated4 Nov 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2012-5945 · NVD
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