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CVE-2008-5711

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control 5.0.14...

Critical CVSS 9.3

Overview

Heap-based buffer overflow in the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control 5.0.14.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long FileMask property value.

CWE: CWE-119 Published: 2008-12-24T18:29:15.827
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🔴 CRITICAL.

  • CVSS: 9.3 (CRITICAL)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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