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CVE-2008-2551

HighPublished

The DownloaderActiveX Control (DownloaderActiveX.ocx) in Icona SpA C6 Messenger 1.0.0.1 allows remote attackers to force the download and execution of...

Published: Jun 4, 2008
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jun 3, 2008

Primary CVSS

9.3/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

46.9%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 98.8%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

The DownloaderActiveX Control (DownloaderActiveX.ocx) in Icona SpA C6 Messenger 1.0.0.1 allows remote attackers to force the download and execution of arbitrary files via a URL in the propDownloadUrl parameter with the propPostDownloadAction parameter set to "run."

Sources

C6 Messenger - ActiveX Remote Download and ExecuteExploit
Nine:Situations:Group · windows · Jun 3, 2008
Icona SpA C6 Messenger - DownloaderActiveX Control Arbitrary File Download and Execute (Metasploit)Exploit
Metasploit · windows · Feb 2, 2012

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