AOL.SuperBuddy.LinkSBIcons.ActiveX.Code.Execution

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This indicates a possible attempt to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability in AOL's Client Software.
AOL's Client Software contains an ActiveX control component method named "LinkSBIcons()" that is vulnerable to a buffer overflow. An attacker can use a specially crafted file to exploit this, and may be able to gain control of a vulnerable system.

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AOL Client Software 9.0

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System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Use online auto update from AOL.

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)