CVE Catalog

CVE-2006-3438

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Hyperlink Object Library (hlink.dll), possibly a buffer overflow, allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted hyperlinks that are not properly handled when hlink.dll processes a file containing a malformed function. This is also known as the "Hyperlink Object Function Vulnerability."

Risk Assessment

An attacker could execute arbitrary code in the context of the logged-on user, potentially leading to system compromise, data theft, or malware installation. Exploitation requires user interaction (e.g., clicking a link), increasing risk in office environments.

Recommendation

Immediately apply Microsoft security updates for hlink.dll and educate users about the risks of clicking unknown hyperlinks. Additionally, restrict user privileges and monitor for unusual activity.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Unspecified vulnerability in Microsoft Hyperlink Object Library (hlink.dll), possibly a buffer overflow, allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted hyperlinks that are not properly handled when hlink.dll "uses a file containing a malformed function," aka "Hyperlink Object Function Vulnerability."

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS