CVE-2008-3156
First published: Fri Jul 11 2008(Updated: )
The ActiveScan ActiveX Control (as2guiie.dll) in Panda ActiveScan before 1.02.00 allows remote attackers to download and execute arbitrary cabinet (CAB) files via unspecified URLs passed to the Update method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Panda Panda activescan | =2.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2008-July/063068.html
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2008-July/063061.html
- http://karol.wiesek.pl/files/panda.tgz
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30086
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020432
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30841
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2008/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43587
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6004
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-3156?
CVE-2008-3156 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3156?
To fix CVE-2008-3156, update Panda ActiveScan to version 1.02.00 or later.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-3156?
The potential impacts of CVE-2008-3156 include unauthorized download and execution of arbitrary files on the victim's system.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-3156?
Users of Panda ActiveScan version 2.0 are affected by CVE-2008-3156.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-3156?
A possible workaround for CVE-2008-3156 is to disable the ActiveX control until an update can be applied.
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