Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Creative Software AutoUpdate Engine ActiveX control in CTSUEng.ocx allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long CacheFolder property value.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Creative | Creative Software Autoupdate Engine | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30403Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/501843US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29391
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1668
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42673
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5681
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30403Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/501843US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29391
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1668
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42673
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5681
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0955?
CVE-2008-0955 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in the Creative Software AutoUpdate Engine ActiveX control in CTSUEng.ocx allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long CacheFolder property value.
How severe is CVE-2008-0955?
CVE-2008-0955 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-2008-0955?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Creative Creative Software Autoupdate Engine.