Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a legacy remote code execution issue in America Online 9.0 Security Edition’s SuperBuddy ActiveX control. A malicious actor could cause the control to execute code by abusing pointer handling. Business risk is mainly concentrated in old Windows desktop environments that still retain this AOL component. Exposure is most likely on legacy endpoints with America Online 9.0 Security Edition and the SuperBuddy ActiveX control installed. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless old AOL desktop software or controls remain present. Treat as high priority only if legacy AOL desktop software remains in the estate. For most modern environments, prioritize fast inventory and removal over emergency response. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove AOL 9.0 Security Edition where no longer required.; Disable or remove the Sb.SuperBuddy.1 ActiveX control.; Restrict legacy ActiveX controls in browser and endpoint policy..
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- Known Exploited
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- aol-superbuddy-activex-code-execution(33347)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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