Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in HP Virtual Rooms by HP

CVE-2008-0437

Summary

The HP Virtual Rooms application includes a vulnerability in the WebHPVCInstall.HPVirtualRooms14 ActiveX control found in HPVirtualRooms14.dll version 1.0.0.100. This security flaw allows remote attackers to exploit multiple buffer overflow instances via excessively long input in the properties such as AuthenticationURL, PortalAPIURL, or cabroot. By executing arbitrary code, attackers can gain unauthorized access, potentially leading to severe security breaches. It is crucial for users of HP Virtual Rooms to ensure their systems are updated to mitigate this risk.

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