CVE-2011-2591: Buffer Overflow

Published Aug 5, 2011
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Updated

Multiple buffer overflows in the Provideo ActiveX controls allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted input fields, as demonstrated by (1) a long strIp argument to the voice method in 2way.dll in the alarm 1.0.3.1 ActiveX control, (2) a network response to AXPlayer.ocx in the GMAXPlayer 2.0.8.2 ActiveX control, the (3) UserName or (4) Password parameter to AXPlayer.ocx in the GMAXPlayer 2.0.8.2 ActiveX control, (5) a long Id parameter to the GetString method in PAxPlayer.ocx in the PAxPlayer 3.0.0.9 ActiveX control, or (6) a long strAdr parameter to the ConnectIPCam method in PAxPlayer.ocx in the PAxPlayer 3.0.0.9 ActiveX control.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Provideo Alarm Activex Control=3.0.0.9
Provideo Gmax Activex Control=2.0.8.2
Provideo Paxplayer Activex Control=3.0.0.9

Event History

Aug 5, 2011
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2011-2591?

CVE-2011-2591 has a critical severity rating due to its potential to allow remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2011-2591?

To fix CVE-2011-2591, update all affected Provideo ActiveX controls to their latest versions.

3

Which software is affected by CVE-2011-2591?

CVE-2011-2591 affects Provideo Alarm ActiveX Control version 3.0.0.9, Gmax ActiveX Control version 2.0.8.2, and Paxplayer ActiveX Control version 3.0.0.9.

4

Can CVE-2011-2591 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2011-2591 can be exploited remotely by attackers using crafted input fields.

5

What types of vulnerabilities does CVE-2011-2591 involve?

CVE-2011-2591 involves multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities within Provideo ActiveX controls.

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