Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in a certain ActiveX control (vb6skit.dll) in Microsoft Visual Basic Enterprise Edition 6.0 SP6 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long lpstrLinkPath argument to the fCreateShellLink function.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Visual Basic Enterprise Edition | 6.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29792Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43180
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5851
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29792Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43180
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5851
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-2959?
CVE-2008-2959 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in a certain ActiveX control (vb6skit.dll) in Microsoft Visual Basic Enterprise Edition 6.0 SP6 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long lpstrLinkPath argument...
How severe is CVE-2008-2959?
CVE-2008-2959 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-2008-2959?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Visual Basic Enterprise Edition.