CVE-2011-0323

Topaz Systems SigPlus Pro ActiveX Control 3.95, and possibly other versions before 4.29, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the…

published February 7, 2011

CVSS
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EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty little flaw in Topaz Systems SigPlus Pro could let attackers run wild — just a couple of method calls and they're creating files with whatever content they want! 🔥 Think of it like a hotel concierge who’s too trusting; they might let anyone slip a note under the door to your room without checking the sender’s identity. This vulnerability allows attackers to sneak in their own files, potentially causing chaos. If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access or even data loss. It's like giving someone the keys to your office without verifying who they are — not ideal!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel concierge who’s too trusting; they might let anyone slip a note under the door to your room without checking the sender’s identity. This vulnerability allows attackers to sneak in their own files, potentially causing chaos. This vulnerability in the SigPlus Pro ActiveX Control exposes two methods, SetLogFilePath and SigMessage, which can be exploited to create files with unchecked content, essentially allowing remote code execution.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could execute arbitrary code on your system, leading to unauthorized access or even data loss. It's like giving someone the keys to your office without verifying who they are — not ideal! To mitigate this risk, ensure that you upgrade to version 4.29 or later of the SigPlus Pro ActiveX Control. Additionally, consider restricting access to ActiveX controls in your environment unless absolutely necessary. You've got this! By taking these steps, you'll bolster your defenses and keep unwelcome guests at bay. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04765 · 91.8th percentile
Published
2011-02-07T20:19Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 FEB 20:19Z
    Topaz Systems SigPlus Pro ActiveX Control 3.95, and possibly other versions before 4.29, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by calling the…
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