CVE-2008-6496
First published: Fri Mar 20 2009(Updated: )
Insecure method vulnerability in the VSPDFEditorX.VSPDFEdit ActiveX control in VSPDFEditorX.ocx 1.0.200.0 in VISAGESOFT eXPert PDF EditorX allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via the first argument to the extractPagesToFile method.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Visagesoft Expert Pdf Editorx | =1.0.200.0 | |
| VISAGESOFT eXPert PDF EditorX | =1.0.200.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-6496?
CVE-2008-6496 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-6496?
To fix CVE-2008-6496, update to a patched version of Visagesoft eXPert PDF EditorX or apply the recommended security patches.
Who is affected by CVE-2008-6496?
CVE-2008-6496 affects users of Visagesoft eXPert PDF EditorX version 1.0.200.0.
What actions can attackers take leveraging CVE-2008-6496?
Attackers can create or overwrite arbitrary files on the target system by exploiting the vulnerability in CVE-2008-6496.
When was CVE-2008-6496 disclosed?
CVE-2008-6496 was disclosed in the year 2008.
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