CVE-2008-20001 describes a stack-based buffer overflow in the GetStatus() method of the APWebGrb.ocx ActiveX control within activePDF WebGrabber version 3.8.2.0. This vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code by supplying an overly long string, with exploitation possible through crafted HTML in Internet Explorer under permissive security settings. Rated with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH), it presents a significant risk due to its network-based attack vector and low attack complexity, leading to potential high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed on the KEV catalog, a Metasploit module exists, indicating readily available exploit code. Community discussion is notable, with mentions on GitHub, suggesting awareness and potential for further development of exploitation techniques.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
| ActivePDF | WebGrabber | >= 0, <= 3.8.2.0CNA affecteddefault unaffected |
CVSS version used by this source: 4.0
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:A/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.0 Twitter, 0.1 Reddit, 0.2 Bluesky, 0.1 Mastodon, and 0.2 GitHub mentions.
No media coverage found for this CVE.
The average CVE in this peer group has 0.3 InfoSec Media, 0.0 Vendor Blog, and 0.1 Security Researcher mentions.
Remediation records are not available for this CVE.