CVE-2008-3156: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3156: The ActiveScan ActiveX Control (as2guiie.dll) in Panda ActiveScan before 1.02.00 allows remote attackers to...

The ActiveScan ActiveX Control (as2guiie.dll) in Panda ActiveScan before 1.02.00 allows remote attackers to download and execute arbitrary cabinet (CAB) files via unspecified URLs passed to the Update method.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:28 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

A vulnerable Panda ActiveScan browser component could let a malicious website cause a Windows/Internet Explorer system to download and run a CAB file. The main business risk is legacy endpoint compromise where the old ActiveX control remains installed. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows systems using Internet Explorer or retaining the Panda ActiveScan ActiveX control. Modern environments without ActiveX support are unlikely to be exposed. Treat as a targeted legacy exposure issue. Prioritize regulated, kiosk, lab, or unmanaged Windows systems that may still run Internet Explorer-era ActiveX controls. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for Panda ActiveScan ActiveX control as2guiie.dll.; Remove or disable the ActiveX control where it is not required.; Update Panda ActiveScan to 1.02.00 or later if still used..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 11, 2008, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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6004CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
panda-activescan-file-download(43587)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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