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Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:MSGSC-DLL |
|---|---|
Severity |
Minor |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Windows Live Messenger Unsafe ActiveX Method (CVE-2008-0082) |
Release Date |
2008/08/12 |
Update Number |
1252 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: Windows Live Messenger Unsafe ActiveX Method (CVE-2008-0082)
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Windows Messenger, MSN Messenger, and Windows Live Messenger. A successful attack can result in unauthorized information disclosure.
Extended Description
An ActiveX control (Messenger.UIAutomation.1) in Windows Messenger 4.7 and 5.1 is marked as safe-for-scripting, which allows remote attackers to control the Messenger application, and "change state," obtain contact information, and establish audio or video connections without notification via unknown vectors.
Affected Products
- Microsoft windows_messenger 4.7
- Microsoft windows_messenger 5.1
References
- CVE: CVE-2008-0082