CVE-2009-3863: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-3863: Buffer overflow in the gxmim1.dll ActiveX control in Novell Groupwise Client 7.0.3.1294 allows remote attac...

Buffer overflow in the gxmim1.dll ActiveX control in Novell Groupwise Client 7.0.3.1294 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long argument to the SetFontFace method.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 06:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old client-side vulnerability in Novell GroupWise Client 7.0.3.1294. A remote attacker could crash the application through the gxmim1.dll ActiveX control. The cited impact is denial of service, not confirmed data theft or system takeover. It matters mainly where legacy GroupWise clients or ActiveX controls still exist. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows endpoints running Novell GroupWise Client 7.0.3.1294 with the vulnerable ActiveX control present. Modern environments without this client or ActiveX support are unlikely to be affected. Evidence does not establish broader versions or products. Treat this as a legacy-software exposure cleanup item. It is not KEV-listed and only denial of service is documented, but public exploit availability and obsolete ActiveX technology justify removing or isolating affected clients. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove unsupported Novell GroupWise Client 7.0.3.1294 installations.; Check vendor guidance for any official update or replacement path.; Disable or remove the gxmim1.dll ActiveX control where business allows..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 4, 2009, 18:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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