CVE-2007-6331 describes an absolute path traversal vulnerability in the HPInfoDLL.HPInfo.1 ActiveX control, present in HP Info Center 1.0.1.1 and HP Quick Launch Button 6.3 and earlier. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs by manipulating the LaunchApp method's first argument. The vulnerability carries a critical CVSS score of 9.3, indicating a network-based attack with medium complexity that can lead to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While user assistance is required on Windows Vista, an exploit (EDB-4720) exists, though there is no evidence of widespread active exploitation or significant community discussion.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.0.1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:hp:info_center:1.0.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
<= 6.3CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:hp:quick_launch_button:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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