CVE-2008-5364

Name: CVE-2008-5364
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-08T11:30:06.11+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.97%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5364 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the getPlus ActiveX control in gp.ocx 1.2.2.50 in NOS Microsystems getPlus Download Manager, as used for the Adobe Reader 8.1 installation process and other downloads, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different issue than CVE-2008-4817.. EPSS estimates a 3.97% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the getPlus ActiveX control in gp.ocx 1.2.2.50 in NOS Microsystems getPlus Download Manager, as used for the Adobe Reader 8.1 installation process and other downloads, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unspecified vectors, a different issue than CVE-2008-4817.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.97%

89.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Nos Microsystems	Getplus Download Manager	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5364?

How severe is CVE-2008-5364?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5364 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.97% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5364?

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Source: NVD / NIST