What is the severity of CVE-2008-4388?

CVE-2008-4388 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4388?

To mitigate CVE-2008-4388, upgrade to Symantec AppStream Client version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 or later.

What software is affected by CVE-2008-4388?

CVE-2008-4388 affects Symantec AppStream Client versions 5.2.x prior to 5.2.2 SP3 MP1.

Can CVE-2008-4388 be exploited by remote attackers?

Yes, CVE-2008-4388 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-4388?

Yes, Symantec released a patch in version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 to address CVE-2008-4388.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2008-4388

critical

9.3

CWE

20/1/2009

3/10/2022

7/8/2024

CVE-2008-4388: Input Validation

First published: Tue Jan 20 2009(Updated: )

The LaunchObj ActiveX control before 5.2.2.865 in launcher.dll in Symantec AppStream Client 5.2.x before 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 does not properly validate downloaded files, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the installAppMgr method and unspecified other methods.

Credit: cret@cert.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Symantec AppStream Client	=5.2

Remedy

http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2009.01.15.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4388?
CVE-2008-4388 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4388?
To mitigate CVE-2008-4388, upgrade to Symantec AppStream Client version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-4388?
CVE-2008-4388 affects Symantec AppStream Client versions 5.2.x prior to 5.2.2 SP3 MP1.
Can CVE-2008-4388 be exploited by remote attackers?
Yes, CVE-2008-4388 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-4388?
Yes, Symantec released a patch in version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 to address CVE-2008-4388.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4388?
CVE-2008-4388 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4388?
To mitigate CVE-2008-4388, upgrade to Symantec AppStream Client version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 or later.
What software is affected by CVE-2008-4388?
CVE-2008-4388 affects Symantec AppStream Client versions 5.2.x prior to 5.2.2 SP3 MP1.
Can CVE-2008-4388 be exploited by remote attackers?
Yes, CVE-2008-4388 can be exploited by remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
Is there a patch available for CVE-2008-4388?
Yes, Symantec released a patch in version 5.2.2 SP3 MP1 to address CVE-2008-4388.