Signature Detail

HTTP: InstallShield 2009 'ISWiAutomation15.dll' File Overwrite

This signature detects attempts to use unsafe ActiveX controls in InstallShield 2009. An attacker can create a malicious Web site containing Web pages with dangerous ActiveX controls, which if accessed by a victim, allows the attacker to gain control of the victim's client browser.

Extended Description

InstallShield 2009 Premier ActiveX control is prone to an arbitrary-file-overwrite vulnerability. Attackers can overwrite arbitrary files on the victim's computer in the context of the vulnerable application (typically Internet Explorer) using the ActiveX control. InstallShield 2009 Premier 15.0.0.53 is vulnerable; other versions may also be affected.

Affected Products

• Flexera Software InstallShield 2009 15.0.0.53 Premier

References

• BugTraq: 43857
• URL: http://www.flexerasoftware.com/products/installshield.htm