CVE-2018-25377: Flash Slideshow Maker Professional 5.20 Buffer Overflow SEH

Published May 25, 2026

Updated

Flash Slideshow Maker Professional 5.20 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the registration dialog that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting structured exception handling. Attackers can craft a malicious payload and paste it into the Name and Code fields of the Help > Register dialog to trigger a reverse shell with system privileges.

Affected Software

1 affected component

Anvsoft Flash Slideshow Maker Professional=5.20

Event History

May 25, 2026

CVE Published

via MITRE·02:15 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·02:15 PM

DescriptionSeverityWeakness

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2018-25377?

CVE-2018-25377 has a high severity score of 8.4.

How do I fix CVE-2018-25377?

To fix CVE-2018-25377, update Flash Slideshow Maker Professional to the latest version provided by AnvSoft.

Who is affected by CVE-2018-25377?

Local attackers using Flash Slideshow Maker Professional version 5.20 are potentially affected by CVE-2018-25377.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2018-25377?

CVE-2018-25377 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

What can attackers achieve by exploiting CVE-2018-25377?

Attackers can execute arbitrary code on the affected system by exploiting CVE-2018-25377.

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