CVE-2007-3041: Critical severity Microsoft Internet Explorer vulnerability

Published Aug 14, 2007

Updated

Unspecified vulnerability in the pdwizard.ocx ActiveX object for Internet Explorer 5.01, 6 SP1, and 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors related to Microsoft Visual Basic 6 objects and memory corruption, aka "ActiveX Object Memory Corruption Vulnerability."

Affected Software

3 affected components

Microsoft Internet Explorer=6-sp1

Microsoft Internet Explorer=7

Microsoft Internet Explorer=5.01

Event History

Aug 14, 2007

CVE Published

09:17 PM

Aug 15, 2007

CVE Published

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·01:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2007-3041?

CVE-2007-3041 is classified as a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, indicating a high severity level.

What software is affected by CVE-2007-3041?

CVE-2007-3041 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 6 SP1, and 7.

How do I fix CVE-2007-3041?

To remediate CVE-2007-3041, it is recommended to update Internet Explorer to the latest version available.

What type of attack can CVE-2007-3041 potentially enable?

CVE-2007-3041 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

Is CVE-2007-3041 associated with memory corruption?

Yes, CVE-2007-3041 is related to memory corruption issues within an ActiveX object.