CVE-2007-0940

Unspecified vulnerability in the Cryptographic API Component Object Model Certificates ActiveX control (CAPICOM.dll) in Microsoft CAPICOM and BizTalk Server…

published May 8, 2007

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High probability of exploitation

NVD has not assigned a CVSS score to this record. It sits in the 99.5th percentile for exploit probability.

CVSS
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EPSS
76%
Percentile
99.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky vulnerability lurks in the shadows of Microsoft CAPICOM, allowing remote attackers to execute arbitrary code! 🔥 Think of this as a faulty security system in a hotel where anyone can bypass the front desk without a keycard and gain access to guest rooms. This vulnerability in the ActiveX control lets attackers waltz right in and execute their plans, without even needing a reservation! If exploited, this could allow an attacker to run any code they desire on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or system compromise. While there's no known exploitation, the implications could be severe if someone decides to take advantage of it.

Put simply

Think of this as a faulty security system in a hotel where anyone can bypass the front desk without a keycard and gain access to guest rooms. This vulnerability in the ActiveX control lets attackers waltz right in and execute their plans, without even needing a reservation! This vulnerability in the CAPICOM.dll allows for arbitrary code execution via unspecified vectors, meaning that a well-crafted request could lead to malicious actions being executed on the victim's machine without their consent.

What to do

If exploited, this could allow an attacker to run any code they desire on your system, potentially leading to unauthorized access, data breaches, or system compromise. While there's no known exploitation, the implications could be severe if someone decides to take advantage of it. To keep your systems safe, ensure you're using the latest version of Microsoft CAPICOM and BizTalk Server. Regularly monitor for security updates and consider implementing additional security measures for ActiveX controls, such as limiting their execution in your environment. You've got this! By staying proactive, you can keep your systems secure and user data safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.75678 · 99.5th percentile
Published
2007-05-08T23:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 08 MAY 23:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the Cryptographic API Component Object Model Certificates ActiveX control (CAPICOM.dll) in Microsoft CAPICOM and BizTalk Server…
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