# CVE-2007-4802: Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in GlobalLink 2.7.0.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long eighth argument t

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Public exploit code: 2 on Exploit-DB
- Published: 2007-09-11 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Multiple heap-based buffer overflows in GlobalLink 2.7.0.8 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long eighth argument to the SetInfo method in a certain ActiveX control in glItemCom.dll or (2) a long second argument to the SetClientInfo method in a certain ActiveX control in glitemflat.dll.

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## References

- http://osvdb.org/45886
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25586
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36501
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4366
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25565
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4372
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36470
- http://osvdb.org/45887

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