CVE-2008-0477 in Move Media Player
Summary
by MITRE
Stack-based buffer overflow in the QMPUpgrade.Upgrade.1 ActiveX control in QMPUpgrade.dll 1.0.0.1 in Move Networks Upgrade Manager allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long first argument to the Upgrade method. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 12/10/2024
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2008-0477 represents a critical stack-based buffer overflow flaw within the QMPUpgrade.Upgrade.1 ActiveX control component of Move Networks Upgrade Manager version 1.0.0.1. This issue resides in the QMPUpgrade.dll library and specifically affects the Upgrade method when processing its first argument parameter. The vulnerability falls under the Common Weakness Enumeration category CWE-121, which describes stack-based buffer overflow conditions where insufficient bounds checking allows attackers to overwrite adjacent memory locations on the program stack. The flaw manifests when an attacker supplies an excessively long string as the first argument to the Upgrade method, triggering the buffer overflow condition that can be exploited to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple code execution, as it enables remote attackers to gain unauthorized control over systems running the affected ActiveX control. The attack vector is particularly concerning because it operates through a web-based interface where users might encounter the malicious ActiveX control during normal browsing activities or when visiting compromised websites. This vulnerability aligns with ATT&CK technique T1190, which covers Exploit Public-Facing Application, as it allows attackers to leverage a web-facing component to achieve remote code execution. The flaw is particularly dangerous in enterprise environments where ActiveX controls are often enabled by default, creating a significant attack surface that can be exploited without user interaction beyond visiting a malicious website.
The technical exploitation of this vulnerability requires careful crafting of input parameters that exceed the allocated buffer space within the Upgrade method implementation. The stack-based nature of the overflow means that memory corruption occurs in the program stack, potentially allowing attackers to overwrite return addresses, function pointers, or other critical stack data. Successful exploitation can lead to complete system compromise, as the attacker gains the ability to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the user running the vulnerable application. The vulnerability is particularly dangerous because it can be triggered remotely through web-based attacks, making it a prime target for drive-by download attacks and other web-based exploitation techniques. Organizations should implement immediate mitigations including disabling ActiveX controls in web browsers, updating to patched versions of Move Networks Upgrade Manager, and deploying network-based intrusion detection systems to monitor for exploitation attempts. The vulnerability also highlights the importance of proper input validation and bounds checking in ActiveX control development, as well as the need for regular security assessments of third-party components that may be integrated into enterprise systems.