CVE-2008-3008: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Sep 10 2008(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the WMEncProfileManager ActiveX control in wmex.dll in Microsoft Windows Media Encoder 9 Series allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument to the GetDetailsString method, aka "Windows Media Encoder Buffer Overrun Vulnerability."
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows Media Encoder | =9_series | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =2008 | |
| Microsoft Windows NT | =xp-sp3 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | ||
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp1 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2003 Server | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=122235754013992&w=2
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/996227
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-253A.html
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020832
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31065
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2521
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6454
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A6018
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2008/ms08-053
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3008?
CVE-2008-3008 is rated as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3008?
To mitigate CVE-2008-3008, update to a fixed version of Microsoft Windows Media Encoder or apply relevant patches from Microsoft.
Which versions of Microsoft Windows Media Encoder are affected by CVE-2008-3008?
CVE-2008-3008 affects Microsoft Windows Media Encoder 9 Series specifically.
Can CVE-2008-3008 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-3008 can be exploited remotely via a crafted input passed to the vulnerable ActiveX control.
What types of systems are vulnerable to CVE-2008-3008?
Systems running vulnerable versions of Microsoft Windows XP and Windows 2000 are at risk due to CVE-2008-3008.
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