CVE-2008-3209: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-3209: Heap-based buffer overflow in the OpenGifFile function in BiGif.dll in Black Ice Document Imaging SDK 10.95...

Heap-based buffer overflow in the OpenGifFile function in BiGif.dll in Black Ice Document Imaging SDK 10.95 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string argument to the GetNumberOfImagesInGifFile method in the BIImgFrm Control ActiveX control in biimgfrm.ocx. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

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

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old Windows ActiveX/SDK flaw that could let an attacker run code if a vulnerable Black Ice imaging component processes crafted GIF-related input. The business risk is mainly legacy exposure: systems that still register or embed this control may carry high impact despite the CVE lacking modern scoring. Most likely exposure is legacy Windows endpoints, servers, or applications with Black Ice Document Imaging SDK 10.95 or the BIImgFrm ActiveX control installed and reachable by untrusted content. Prioritize as a legacy technology exposure review. The impact is potentially code execution, but urgency depends on whether the vulnerable ActiveX/SDK component remains installed and reachable. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Black Ice Document Imaging SDK 10.95 and BIImgFrm ActiveX components.; Check current Black Ice vendor guidance for supported fixed versions or removal instructions.; Remove or disable the ActiveX control where it is not business-critical..

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 18, 2008, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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6083CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
blackice-opengiffile-bo(43830)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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