Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the PPMedia Class ActiveX control in PPMPlayer.dll in PPMate 2.3.1.93 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the StartUrl method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ppmate | Ppmedia Class | 2.3.1.93 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30952Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4019
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30246
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2118/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43831
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6090
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30952Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4019
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30246
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2118/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43831
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6090
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-3242?
CVE-2008-3242 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the PPMedia Class ActiveX control in PPMPlayer.dll in PPMate 2.3.1.93 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the StartUrl method. NOTE:...
How severe is CVE-2008-3242?
CVE-2008-3242 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-3242?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ppmate Ppmedia Class.