Vulnerability Description
A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the third-party product Gigasoft, v5 and prior, included in GE Communicator 3.15 and prior. A malicious HTML file that loads the ActiveX controls can trigger the vulnerability via unchecked function calls.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gigasoft | Proessentials | <= 5 |
| Ge | Ge Communicator | <= 3.15 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99580Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-275-02MitigationThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/99580Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://ics-cert.us-cert.gov/advisories/ICSA-18-275-02MitigationThird Party AdvisoryUS Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-7908?
CVE-2017-7908 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH). A heap-based buffer overflow exists in the third-party product Gigasoft, v5 and prior, included in GE Communicator 3.15 and prior. A malicious HTML file that loads the ActiveX controls can trigger the...
How severe is CVE-2017-7908?
CVE-2017-7908 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-7908?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gigasoft Proessentials, Ge Ge Communicator.