AOL.Phobos.DLL.ActiveX.Control.Import.Buffer.Overflow

Description

This indicates an attack attempt to exploit a Code Execution vulnerability in AOL.
The vulnerability, which is located in the "Phobos.dll" ActiveX control, can be exploited through misuse of the "Import" method. It may allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application using the affected ActiveX control. Failed exploit attempts will likely cause the program to crash,
resulting in a denial-of-service condition.

Affected Products

AOL 9.5

Impact

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

Recommended Actions

Set the kill bit for the following CLSID:
{A105BD70-BF56-4D10-BC91-41C88321F47C}

References