Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2014-8397

First published: Thu Jan 15 2015(Updated: )

Untrusted search path vulnerability in Corel VideoStudio PRO X7 or FastFlick allows local users to execute arbitrary code and conduct DLL hijacking attacks via a Trojan horse u32ZLib.dll file that is located in the same folder as the file being processed.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Corel FastFlick
Corel VideoStudio PRO=x7

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2014-8397?

    CVE-2014-8397 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2014-8397?

    To fix CVE-2014-8397, ensure that you update Corel VideoStudio PRO X7 or FastFlick to the latest version that addresses this vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2014-8397?

    CVE-2014-8397 affects users of Corel VideoStudio PRO X7 and Corel FastFlick who may inadvertently execute a malicious DLL.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2014-8397 enable?

    CVE-2014-8397 enables DLL hijacking attacks that can lead to remote code execution.

  • Can CVE-2014-8397 be exploited remotely?

    CVE-2014-8397 requires local access to exploit, as it relies on executing a Trojan horse DLL alongside a processed file.

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