CVE-2009-4219

Stack-based buffer overflow in the MYACTIVEX.MyActiveXCtrl.1 ActiveX control in MyActiveX.ocx 1.4.8.0 in Haihaisoft Universal Player allows remote attackers to…

published December 7, 2009

CVSS
—
EPSS
9%
Percentile
95.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A stack-based buffer overflow in MyActiveX.ocx could let remote attackers execute arbitrary code just by sending a long URL! Think of it like a restaurant chef who's willing to whip up anything you order, even if your request barely fits on the order slip — one extra-long order could cause chaos in the kitchen! If exploited, an attacker could gain control over the system, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized access, or even complete system compromise — an absolute disaster waiting to happen!

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant chef who's willing to whip up anything you order, even if your request barely fits on the order slip — one extra-long order could cause chaos in the kitchen! This vulnerability occurs due to MyActiveX.MyActiveXCtrl.1 not properly validating the size of URL property values, allowing a crafted input to overwrite the stack.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could gain control over the system, potentially leading to data theft, unauthorized access, or even complete system compromise — an absolute disaster waiting to happen! Although there's currently no known exploit, it's essential to mitigate the risk. Update MyActiveX.ocx to the latest version or disable the ActiveX control if not in use. Remember to monitor for updates from the vendor. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay proactive, and ensure your systems are secure. 🌟

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.09271 · 95.4th percentile
Published
2009-12-07T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 DEC 17:00Z
    Stack-based buffer overflow in the MYACTIVEX.MyActiveXCtrl.1 ActiveX control in MyActiveX.ocx 1.4.8.0 in Haihaisoft Universal Player allows remote attackers to…
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