Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the PDFVIEW.PdfviewCtrl.1 ActiveX control in pdfview.ocx 2.0.0.1 in VeryDOC PDF Viewer OCX Control allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument to the OpenPDF method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Verypdf | Verydoc Pdf Viewer | 2.0.0.1 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32725Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4715
- http://www.bmgsec.com.au/advisories/openpdf.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32313Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46622
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7126
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32725Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4715
- http://www.bmgsec.com.au/advisories/openpdf.txtExploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32313Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46622
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7126
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5492?
CVE-2008-5492 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Heap-based buffer overflow in the PDFVIEW.PdfviewCtrl.1 ActiveX control in pdfview.ocx 2.0.0.1 in VeryDOC PDF Viewer OCX Control allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argu...
How severe is CVE-2008-5492?
CVE-2008-5492 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-2008-5492?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Verypdf Verydoc Pdf Viewer.