Signature Detail
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Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:HPSUPPORT |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
HP Instant Support Unsafe ActiveX Control |
Release Date |
2008/08/12 |
Update Number |
1252 |
Supported Platforms |
di-5.3+, idp-4.0+, isg-3.0+, j-series-9.5+, mx-11.4+, srx-12.1+, srx-branch-12.1+, vmx-17.4+, vsrx-12.1+, vsrx3bsd-18.2+ |
HTTP: HP Instant Support Unsafe ActiveX Control
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in HP Instant Support. An attacker can create a malicious Web site containing Web pages with dangerous ActiveX calls, which if accessed by a victim, allows the attacker to gain control of the victim's client browser.
Extended Description
Unspecified vulnerability in the HP HPeDiag (aka eSupportDiagnostics) ActiveX control in hpediag.dll in HP Software Update 4.000.009.002 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2007-6513.
Affected Products
- Hp software_update 4.000.009.002
References
- BugTraq: 28929
- CVE: CVE-2008-0712