Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2014-2087 is a memory corruption flaw in old Free Download Manager versions. A maliciously long file name can trigger code execution after the user deletes that download from the queue. The issue is user-assisted, but successful exploitation could give the attacker control in the context of the affected user. Exposure is likely limited to endpoints still running the named legacy Free Download Manager builds or earlier versions. Systems without Free Download Manager, or running versions not covered by the sources, are not established as affected by this bundle. Treat as high priority if the organization still allows legacy Free Download Manager on workstations. The business risk is endpoint compromise through user interaction. If inventory confirms no affected installations, priority drops substantially. Mitigation focus: Inventory endpoints for affected Free Download Manager versions.; Remove or replace unsupported legacy Free Download Manager installations.; Check vendor guidance for any fixed version or migration path..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://www.rcesecurity.com/2014/03/cve-2014-2087-free-download-manager-cdownloads_deleted-updatedownload-remote-code-executionCVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
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