Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in Hummingbird.XWebHostCtrl.1 ActiveX control (hclxweb.dll) in Hummingbird Xweb ActiveX Control 13.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long PlainTextPassword property. NOTE: code execution might not be possible in 13.0.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hummingbird | Exceed | <= 13.0 |
| Hummingbird | Exceed Powersuite | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32319ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4505
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31783
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45941
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6761
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32319ExploitVendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4505
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31783
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45941
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6761
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4729?
CVE-2008-4729 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Stack-based buffer overflow in Hummingbird.XWebHostCtrl.1 ActiveX control (hclxweb.dll) in Hummingbird Xweb ActiveX Control 13.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a lon...
How severe is CVE-2008-4729?
CVE-2008-4729 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4729?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hummingbird Exceed, Hummingbird Exceed Powersuite.