CVE-2008-5495

Unspecified vulnerability in the GungHo LoadPrgAx ActiveX control 1.0.0.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java applications via…

published December 12, 2008

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
88.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A mysterious flaw in GungHo's LoadPrgAx ActiveX control could open the door for attackers to run rogue Java applications! 🚪💻 Think of it as a delivery service that accepts any package without checking the contents — a dangerous game when you don't know what might arrive! 📦 If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access or manipulation of your applications. While it hasn't been widely exploited yet, the potential for harm is real and shouldn't be ignored!

Put simply

Think of it as a delivery service that accepts any package without checking the contents — a dangerous game when you don't know what might arrive! 📦 This unspecified vulnerability in the GungHo LoadPrgAx ActiveX control, version 1.0.0.6 and earlier, enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java applications through unknown vectors.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access or manipulation of your applications. While it hasn't been widely exploited yet, the potential for harm is real and shouldn't be ignored! To mitigate this risk, it's essential to update the LoadPrgAx ActiveX control to the latest version as soon as possible. Additionally, consider disabling ActiveX controls where not needed, and monitor your systems for any unusual activity. You've got this! Follow these steps to strengthen your defenses and keep your environment secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03210 · 88.0th percentile
Published
2008-12-12T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 DEC 16:00Z
    Unspecified vulnerability in the GungHo LoadPrgAx ActiveX control 1.0.0.6 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary Java applications via…
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