CVE-2008-1086: Code Injection
First published: Tue Apr 08 2008(Updated: )
The HxTocCtrl ActiveX control (hxvz.dll), as used in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4 and 6 SP1, in Windows XP SP2, Server 2003 SP1 and SP2, Vista SP1, and Server 2008, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via malformed arguments, which triggers memory corruption.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows XP | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | ||
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | ||
| Microsoft Windows Server 2003 | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Internet Explorer | =5.01-sp4 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6-sp1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28606
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019800
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29714
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=680
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-099A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1147/references
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=120845064910729&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41464
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A5475
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-023
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1086?
CVE-2008-1086 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1086?
To fix CVE-2008-1086, it is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by Microsoft.
Which systems are affected by CVE-2008-1086?
CVE-2008-1086 affects Microsoft Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Vista, and Internet Explorer versions 5.01 and 6.
Can CVE-2008-1086 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-1086 can be exploited remotely by attackers through maliciously crafted arguments.
What kind of attack methods leverage CVE-2008-1086?
Attackers can leverage CVE-2008-1086 through memory corruption vulnerabilities to execute arbitrary code.
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