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CVE-2008-3242

UnknownEPSS 15.65%

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CVE-2008-3242 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the PPMedia Class ActiveX control in PPMPlayer.dll in PPMate 2.3.1.93 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the StartUrl method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.. EPSS estimates a 15.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in the PPMedia Class ActiveX control in PPMPlayer.dll in PPMate 2.3.1.93 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the StartUrl method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
15.65%

96.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
PpmatePpmedia Class2.3.1.93

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3242?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the PPMedia Class ActiveX control in PPMPlayer.dll in PPMate 2.3.1.93 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the StartUrl method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2008-3242?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3242 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3242?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST