CVE-2009-1040 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a malicious project file in WinAsm Studio.
- 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-2009-1040?
CVE-2009-1040 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 20 Mar 2009. 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
Buffer overflow in WinAsm Studio 5.1.5.0 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted project (.wap) file.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1040?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Winasm Winasm Studio.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1040?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-1040 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2009-1040 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-1040 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-q3q2-q4rg-wfpg.