CVE-2008-4586: Critical severity macrovision flexnet connect vulnerability

Published Oct 15, 2008
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Updated

Insecure method vulnerability in the MVSNCLientWebAgent61.WebAgent.1 ActiveX control (isusweb.dll 6.1.100.61372) in Macrovision FLEXnet Connect 6.1 allows remote attackers to force the download and execution of arbitrary files via the DownloadAndExecute method.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Acresso FLEXnet Connect=6.1

Event History

Oct 15, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4586?

CVE-2008-4586 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

What specific software is affected by CVE-2008-4586?

CVE-2008-4586 affects the Macrovision FLEXnet Connect version 6.1.

3

How do I fix CVE-2008-4586?

To fix CVE-2008-4586, you should uninstall the affected version of Macrovision FLEXnet Connect or update to a patched version if available.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2008-4586?

CVE-2008-4586 is an insecure method vulnerability in an ActiveX control.

5

Can CVE-2008-4586 allow unauthorized access?

Yes, CVE-2008-4586 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary files on affected systems.

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