critical9.3Public exploit code
CVE-2008-4343
The Chilkat XML ChilkatUtil.CkData.1 ActiveX control (ChilkatUtil.dll) 3.0.3.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to create, overwrite, and modify arbitrary f…
Public exploit code
Working exploit or proof of concept code has been published for this vulnerability. Treat unpatched systems as at risk.
- Chilkat XML - ActiveX Arbitrary File Creation/Execution2008-09-23 · remote · windows · Verified
Impact
The Chilkat XML ChilkatUtil.CkData.1 ActiveX control (ChilkatUtil.dll) 3.0.3.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to create, overwrite, and modify arbitrary files for execution via a call to the (1) SaveToFile, (2) SaveToTempFile, or (3) AppendBinary method. NOTE: this issue might only be exploitable in limited environments or non-default browser settings. NOTE: this can be leveraged for remote code execution by accessing files using hcp:// URLs.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Chilkat Software | Chilkat Xml Activex Control | through 3.0.3.0 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31951
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31332
- http://www.shinnai.net/xplits/TXT_rNowA1916DKFNUF48NyS
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45333
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6537
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31951
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31332
- http://www.shinnai.net/xplits/TXT_rNowA1916DKFNUF48NyS
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45333
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6537