CVE-2008-4493
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CVE-2008-4493 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft PicturePusher ActiveX control (PipPPush.DLL 7.00.0709), as used in Microsoft Digital Image 2006 Starter Edition, allows remote attackers to force the upload of arbitrary files by using the AddString and Post methods and a modified PostURL to construct an HTTP POST request. NOTE: this issue might only be exploitable in limited environments or non-default browser settings.. EPSS estimates a 17.59% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Microsoft PicturePusher ActiveX control (PipPPush.DLL 7.00.0709), as used in Microsoft Digital Image 2006 Starter Edition, allows remote attackers to force the upload of arbitrary files by using the AddString and Post methods and a modified PostURL to construct an HTTP POST request. NOTE: this issue might only be exploitable in limited environments or non-default browser settings.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Digital Image | 2006 | Unknown |
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