Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in Windows Media Encoder by Microsoft
CVE-2008-3008

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Key Information:

Vendor: Microsoft
Status: Windows Media Encoder; Windows-nt; Windows 2000; Windows 2003 Server
Vendor: CVE Published:; 11 September 2008

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 81%

What is CVE-2008-3008?

A stack-based buffer overflow exists in the WMEncProfileManager ActiveX control found in wmex.dll of Microsoft Windows Media Encoder 9 Series. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by providing a long first argument to the GetDetailsString method. If exploited, it may lead to unauthorized access and system compromise, highlighting the importance of updating and safeguarding the affected software.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

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CVE-2008-3008 - Proof of Concept