Security readout for executives and security teams
This is a legacy remote code execution flaw in the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control. A malicious web page could potentially compromise a user who has version 5.0.14.0 or earlier installed. The sources do not provide CVSS, vendor remediation details, or evidence of current active exploitation. Exposure is most plausible on legacy endpoints where the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control 5.0.14.0 or earlier remains installed and usable. The source bundle does not identify affected CPEs, supported platforms, or current deployment prevalence. Prioritize this where legacy Windows or browser environments still exist. For modern fleets with no ActiveX dependency, the business urgency is lower, but legacy exceptions should be checked because the impact is arbitrary code execution. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control and version.; Remove or disable version 5.0.14.0 and earlier where found.; Disable or tightly restrict ActiveX use in managed browser policies..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- 5102CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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