Signature Detail
Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:WIN2K-AX |
|---|---|
Severity |
High |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Microsoft Windows 2000 Multiple COM Object Unsafe ActiveX Control |
Release Date |
2010/08/31 |
Update Number |
1763 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0.110090709+, isg-3.1.134269+, j-series-9.5+, mx-9.4+, srx-9.2+, srx-branch-9.4+, vsrx-12.1+ |
HTTP: Microsoft Windows 2000 Multiple COM Object Unsafe ActiveX Control
This signature detects attempts to use unsafe ActiveX controls in Windows 2000. 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.
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