HTTP: ActiveX Malicious Control
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability against Internet Explorer. Attackers can submit an HTTP Web page that contains multiple malicious ActiveX controls. A successful attack can lead to arbitrary remote code execution.
Extended Description
ActiveX controls present a high risk of system compromise. If an attacker convinces a user to execute a malicious ActiveX control, the code module can perform any desired functions with the current user's account privileges. In addition, by installing a specially-crafted Trojan horse program using an ActiveX dropper, an attacker may seize full control of the targeted host.
Short Name
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:BACKDOORS
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
None
Category
HTTP
Keywords
ActiveX Control Malicious
Release Date
06/27/2005
Supported Platforms
srx-branch-12.3
srx-19.3
srx-branch-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.2
srx-branch-19.4
vsrx-19.4
mx-12.3
mx-19.4
vmx-19.4
mx-19.3
vsrx3bsd-19.4
srx-19.4
vsrx-12.3
vmx-19.3
vsrx-19.2
srx-12.3
Sigpack Version
3375
False Positive
Unknown