ActiveX Control Vulnerability in HP Software Update
CVE-2007-6506

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

HP
Status
Software Update
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 December 2007

What is CVE-2007-6506?

The HPRulesEngine.ContentCollection.1 ActiveX Control embedded in HP Software Update versions up to 4.000.005.007, including 3.0.8.4, exposes a significant security risk. This vulnerability arises from improper handling of the SaveToFile method, enabling remote attackers to overwrite and corrupt arbitrary files on the system. Additionally, through the LoadDataFromFile method, attackers may gain unauthorized access to sensitive files. Users of affected versions should apply necessary patches to mitigate these security risks.

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References

http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019133
vdb-entryx_refsource_SECTRACK
http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=768
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http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/485451/100/0/threaded
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_HP

EPSS Score

28% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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