Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the AskJeevesToolBar.SettingsPlugin.1 ActiveX control in askBar.dll in IAC Search & Media ask.com Ask Toolbar 4.0.2.53 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long ShortFormat property value. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information. NOTE: the researcher claims that this is the same as CVE-2007-5108, but there is insufficient detail for CVE-2007-5108 to be certain.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ask.Com | Ask Toolbar | <= 4.0.2.53 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26960Vendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/480459/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25785Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3265Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36757
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4452
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26960Vendor Advisory
- http://www.foxitsoftware.com/pdf/reader/security.htm
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/480459/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25785Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/3265Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36757
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4452
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5107?
CVE-2007-5107 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the AskJeevesToolBar.SettingsPlugin.1 ActiveX control in askBar.dll in IAC Search & Media ask.com Ask Toolbar 4.0.2.53 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arb...
How severe is CVE-2007-5107?
CVE-2007-5107 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5107?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ask.Com Ask Toolbar.