CVE-2004-2663 File upload in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can create arbitrary files via the IBM Access Support eGatherer ActiveX control, potentially leading to code execution.

Exploited in the wild
Not known
Login needed
Not needed
Attackable
Over the internet
Victim action needed
A user has to click or open something
Fix
None listed

What is CVE-2004-2663?

CVE-2004-2663 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 18 Aug 2006. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

The (1) SetDebugging and (2) RunEgatherer methods in IBM Access Support eGatherer ActiveX control 2.0.0.16 allow remote attackers to create files with arbitrary content, as demonstrated by creating a .hta file in a Startup folder.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-2663?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ibm Egatherer.

How do I fix CVE-2004-2663?

No fix has been published for CVE-2004-2663 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2004-2663 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2004-2663 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-h268-8cw3-p2xg.

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