CVE-2012-0268

CVE-2012-0268 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Yahoo Messenger with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-189.

Key facts

Description

Integer overflow in the CYImage::LoadJPG method in YImage.dll in Yahoo! Messenger before 11.5.0.155, when photo sharing is enabled, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPG image that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2012-0268?
Integer overflow in the CYImage::LoadJPG method in YImage.dll in Yahoo! Messenger before 11.5.0.155, when photo sharing is enabled, might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPG image that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2012-0268?
CVE-2012-0268 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2012-0268 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (75th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2012-0268?
CVE-2012-0268 primarily affects Yahoo Messenger. In total, 83 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2012-0268?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2012-0268 published?
CVE-2012-0268 was published on 2012-01-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (83)

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