CVE-2008-5404: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-5404: Insecure method vulnerability in the FlexCell.Grid ActiveX control in FlexCell.ocx 5.7.0.1 in FlexCell Grid...

Insecure method vulnerability in the FlexCell.Grid ActiveX control in FlexCell.ocx 5.7.0.1 in FlexCell Grid ActiveX Component allows remote attackers to create and overwrite arbitrary files via the HttpDownloadFile method. NOTE: this could be leveraged for code execution by creating executable files in Startup folders or by accessing files using hcp:// URLs. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 10:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is a legacy ActiveX control issue in FlexCell.ocx 5.7.0.1. If a vulnerable FlexCell Grid control is installed and reachable through a browser context, a remote attacker may be able to create or overwrite files. The source notes possible code-execution impact, but provenance and fix details are incomplete. Exposure is most likely in old Windows environments with the FlexCell Grid ActiveX component installed and usable by Internet Explorer or legacy embedded browser workflows. Modern environments without ActiveX support are unlikely to be exposed. Prioritize discovery over emergency response. The issue is old and not known to be actively exploited, but any remaining vulnerable ActiveX dependency represents avoidable legacy risk with potentially serious impact. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for FlexCell.ocx version 5.7.0.1.; Check vendor or legacy software-owner guidance for fixed versions or removal steps.; Disable or remove the ActiveX control where it is not business-critical..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 11:41 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 9, 2008, 11:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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flexcell-grid-file-overwrite(46809)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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