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CVE-2005-0360: Microsoft Log Sink ActiveX can let attackers write files
CVE-2005-0360 · published 21 years ago
Summary
The Log Sink ActiveX control in the pkmcore.dll file is marked as safe for scripting in Internet Explorer. This setting lets a remote attacker create or add to any file on the system, potentially leading to data loss or unauthorized changes. Apply the latest security updates or disable the control in the browser to stop this risk.
What to do
The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| microsoft | log_sink_class_activex_control |
All versions
cpe:2.3:a:microsoft:log_sink_class_activex_control:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
Original advisory text
The Microsoft Log Sink Class ActiveX control in pkmcore.dll is marked as "safe for scripting" for Internet Explorer, which allows remote attackers to create or append to arbitrary files.
The Microsoft Log Sink Class ActiveX control in pkmcore.dll is marked as "safe for scripting" for Internet Explorer, which allows remote attackers to create or append to arbitrary files.
References
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/165022 Patch Third Party Advisory US Government Resource
Internet-facing
14 days
Internal
60 days
- Not known to be exploited
- Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
- Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.0
Medium
Timeline
Published5 Jul 2005
Updated20 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2005-0360 · NVD
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