CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2007-4034: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Jul 27 2007(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the YDPCTL.YDPControl.1 (aka Yahoo! Installer Plugin for Widgets) ActiveX control before 2007.7.13.3 (20070620) in YDPCTL.dll in Yahoo! Widgets before 4.0.5 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the GetComponentVersion method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Yahoo Widgets<=4.0.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2007-4034?

    CVE-2007-4034 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2007-4034?

    To fix CVE-2007-4034, update Yahoo Widgets to version 4.0.5 or later.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2007-4034?

    CVE-2007-4034 affects Yahoo Widgets versions prior to 4.0.5.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2007-4034?

    CVE-2007-4034 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2007-4034 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2007-4034 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted argument to the GetComponentVersion method.

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