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Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:MACINSTALL |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
No |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
Macrovision InstallShield InstallScript OCI ActiveX Access |
Release Date |
2008/04/09 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: Macrovision InstallShield InstallScript OCI ActiveX Access
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in Macrovision InstallShield. An attacker can create a malicious Web site containing Web pages with dangerous ActiveX calls, which if accessed by a victim, allows the attacker to gain control of the victim's browser.
Extended Description
Macrovision InstallShield InstallScript OCI (One-Click Install) is prone to a remote code-execution vulnerability because it fails to adequately sanitize user-supplied data. Successfully exploiting this issue will allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the permissions of the user running the application.
Affected Products
- Macrovision installshield 12
- Macrovision installshield 12 SP1
References