CVE-2010-1518

Array index error in the SetDLInfo method in the GIGABYTE Dldrv2 ActiveX control 1.4.206.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial…

published August 2, 2010

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
88.1
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky little array index error in the GIGABYTE Dldrv2 ActiveX control is waving a red flag! 🚩 Think of this like a restaurant where every dish is numbered, but the chef misreads the order due to a missing number—resulting in a meal that could be anything, or worse, lead to a kitchen disaster! This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to serve up a heaping plate of chaos, executing arbitrary code or causing a denial of service, which could render the application unusable. Just imagine your system crashing unexpectedly, leaving you scrambling to get things back on track!

Put simply

Think of this like a restaurant where every dish is numbered, but the chef misreads the order due to a missing number—resulting in a meal that could be anything, or worse, lead to a kitchen disaster! The issue stems from an array index error in the SetDLInfo method of the GIGABYTE Dldrv2 ActiveX control version 1.4.206.11, which can be exploited through crafted input, leading to memory corruption.

What to do

This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to serve up a heaping plate of chaos, executing arbitrary code or causing a denial of service, which could render the application unusable. Just imagine your system crashing unexpectedly, leaving you scrambling to get things back on track! To safeguard against this, update your GIGABYTE Dldrv2 ActiveX control to the latest version available. If you haven't already, consider disabling ActiveX controls where not necessary, and monitor your environment for any suspicious behavior. You’ve got this! With a few updates and precautions, you can boost your security game and keep those pesky exploits at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03218 · 88.1th percentile
Published
2010-08-02T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 02 AUG 19:00Z
    Array index error in the SetDLInfo method in the GIGABYTE Dldrv2 ActiveX control 1.4.206.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial…
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