CVE-2009-2570 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code via a stack-based buffer overflow in the Symantec WinFax Pro ActiveX control when a user visits a malicious page.
- 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-2009-2570?
CVE-2009-2570 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 22 Jul 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
Stack-based buffer overflow in the Symantec.FaxViewerControl.1 ActiveX control in WinFax\DCCFAXVW.DLL in Symantec WinFax Pro 10.03 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the AppendFax method.
Weakness: CWE-119
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-2570?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Symantec Winfax Pro.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2570?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-2570 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-2009-2570 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2009-2570 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-px2h-xv8p-wffv.