CVE-2009-3038
First published: Tue Sep 01 2009(Updated: )
A certain ActiveX control in lnresobject.dll 7.1.1.119 in the Research In Motion (RIM) Lotus Notes connector for BlackBerry Desktop Manager 5.0.0.11 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (Internet Explorer crash) by referencing the control's CLSID in the classid attribute of an OBJECT element.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM Lotus Notes Connector | ||
| BlackBerry Desktop Software | =5.0.0.11 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3038?
CVE-2009-3038 has a severity rating that indicates it can lead to a denial of service through Internet Explorer crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3038?
To fix CVE-2009-3038, update the affected software to a version that does not include the vulnerable ActiveX control.
Which software is affected by CVE-2009-3038?
CVE-2009-3038 affects the IBM Lotus Notes connector version 7.1.1.119 in BlackBerry Desktop Manager 5.0.0.11.
Can CVE-2009-3038 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-3038 can be exploited remotely by referencing the control's CLSID in the classid attribute of an OBJECT tag.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2009-3038 facilitate?
CVE-2009-3038 can facilitate denial of service attacks, causing Internet Explorer to crash.
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