CVE-2008-4771

Public Exploit

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in VATDecoder.VatCtrl.1 ActiveX control in (1) 4xem VatCtrl Class (VATDecoder.dll 1.0.0.27 and 1.0.0.51), (2) D-Link MPEG4 SHM Audio Control (VAPGDecoder.dll 1.7.0.5), (3) Vivotek RTSP MPEG4 SP Control (RtspVapgDecoderNew.dll 2.0.0.39), and possibly other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Url property. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Category

9.3
CVSS
Severity: Critical
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 13.31% Top 10%
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Affected: n/a n/a
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2008-4771?
CVE-2008-4771 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2008-4771?
To fix CVE-2008-4771, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2008-4771 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2008-4771 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~13% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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