CVE-2014-8511

Buffer overflow in an ActiveX control in Atx45.ocx in Schneider Electric ProClima before 6.1.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via…

published December 27, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
91.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A buffer overflow lurking in Schneider Electric's ProClima could be a gateway for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code! 🔥 Think of it like a crowded restaurant where too many orders are crammed into the kitchen, causing chaos and allowing anyone to run amok—just like how this vulnerability lets attackers steer the ship if they know where to poke! If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to take control of the system, execute their own code, or cause significant disruption. Imagine a hacker turning your well-ordered dining experience into a food fight—total mayhem!

Put simply

Think of it like a crowded restaurant where too many orders are crammed into the kitchen, causing chaos and allowing anyone to run amok—just like how this vulnerability lets attackers steer the ship if they know where to poke! This buffer overflow exists in the Atx45.ocx ActiveX control of ProClima versions prior to 6.1.7, enabling attackers to send specially crafted inputs that overflow the buffer and can lead to arbitrary code execution.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to take control of the system, execute their own code, or cause significant disruption. Imagine a hacker turning your well-ordered dining experience into a food fight—total mayhem! To protect your environment, update ProClima to version 6.1.7 or later immediately. Additionally, review any ActiveX controls and consider restricting their use unless absolutely necessary. Regularly audit your systems for such vulnerabilities! You've got this! With these steps, you can shore up your defenses and keep your systems safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04436 · 91.4th percentile
Published
2014-12-27T15:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 27 DEC 15:00Z
    Buffer overflow in an ActiveX control in Atx45.ocx in Schneider Electric ProClima before 6.1.7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via…
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