Heap-based buffer overflow in the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control 5.0.14.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long FileMask property value.
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Heap-based buffer overflow in the Facebook PhotoUploader ActiveX control 5.0.14.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long FileMask property value.
December 24, 2008
April 23, 2026
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Working exploit code is in the public domain (1 Metasploit module) (3 Exploit-DB entries). Defenders should treat patch urgency accordingly — public PoCs typically lead to mass-exploitation within 24-72 hours.
Facebook Photo Uploader 4 - ActiveX Control Buffer Overflow (Metasploit)
Open source ↗FaceBook PhotoUploader 5.0.14.0 - Remote Buffer Overflow
Open source ↗FaceBook PhotoUploader - 'ImageUploader4.ocx 4.5.57.0' Remote Buffer Overflow
Open source ↗Facebook Photo Uploader 4 ActiveX Control Buffer Overflow
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CWE-119