CVE-2011-5088

The GENESIS32 IcoSetServer ActiveX control in ICONICS GENESIS32 9.21 and BizViz 9.21 configures the trusted zone on the basis of user input, which allows…

published April 18, 2012

CVSS
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EPSS
3%
Percentile
85.7
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A crafty vulnerability lurks in the GENESIS32 ActiveX control! It lets attackers configure the trusted zone using user input, potentially opening the door to arbitrary code execution. 🔥 Think of it like a restaurant that lets diners write their own menu — if someone decides to serve up poison, it’s a recipe for disaster! In this case, the trusted zone gets defined by whatever users submit, leaving the door wide open for mischief. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code on the user's machine, leading to severe data breaches or unauthorized access to sensitive systems. Left unchecked, this creates a potential backdoor for cybercriminals to wreak havoc.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant that lets diners write their own menu — if someone decides to serve up poison, it’s a recipe for disaster! In this case, the trusted zone gets defined by whatever users submit, leaving the door wide open for mischief. This vulnerability in the GENESIS32 IcoSetServer ActiveX control allows remote attackers to set a trusted zone based on user input, which can lead to arbitrary code execution. Essentially, attackers can manipulate how the system interprets what should be trusted, enabling their malicious code to run without restriction.

What to do

An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute malicious code on the user's machine, leading to severe data breaches or unauthorized access to sensitive systems. Left unchecked, this creates a potential backdoor for cybercriminals to wreak havoc. To remediate this issue, ensure all input is validated and consider restricting the use of the ActiveX control unless absolutely necessary. Regularly update to the latest versions of GENESIS32 and BizViz to mitigate any potential risks. 🛡️ You've got this! Stay proactive, follow the steps, and keep your systems secure. 💪✨

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02692 · 85.7th percentile
Published
2012-04-18T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 18 APR 17:00Z
    The GENESIS32 IcoSetServer ActiveX control in ICONICS GENESIS32 9.21 and BizViz 9.21 configures the trusted zone on the basis of user input, which allows…
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