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HTTP Internet Explorer Heap Spray Buffer Overflow (Generic)

Severity: High

This attack could pose a serious security threat. You should take immediate action to stop any damage or prevent further damage from happening.


Description

This signature generically detects an attempt to exploit a buffer overflow vulnerability either in a browser or in an ActiveX control.


Additional Information

Successfully exploiting this issue allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application.


Affected:


Response


Possible False Positives

There are no known false positives associated with this signature.


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