CVE-2007-4790: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Sep 10 2007(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in certain ActiveX controls in (1) FPOLE.OCX 6.0.8450.0 and (2) Foxtlib.ocx, as used in the Microsoft Visual FoxPro 6.0 fpole 1.0 Type Library; and Internet Explorer 5.01, 6 SP1 and SP2, and 7; allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument to the FoxDoCmd function.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp1 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp2 | |
| Microsoft Visual FoxPro | =6.0 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25571
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043C.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019378
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=120361015026386&w=2
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0512/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36496
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4369
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5481
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-010
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-4790?
CVE-2007-4790 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2007-4790?
To mitigate CVE-2007-4790, users should update to a patched version of Internet Explorer or Microsoft Visual FoxPro.
What are the affected versions in CVE-2007-4790?
CVE-2007-4790 affects Internet Explorer versions 5.01, 6 SP1, 6 SP2, and 7, as well as Microsoft Visual FoxPro 6.0.
What types of attacks exploit CVE-2007-4790?
CVE-2007-4790 can be exploited through crafted web content that triggers the stack-based buffer overflow.
Is CVE-2007-4790 still relevant today?
While CVE-2007-4790 is an older vulnerability, it remains relevant for legacy systems still running affected software.
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