Signature Detail
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Short Name |
HTTP:STC:ACTIVEX:HPUPDATE |
|---|---|
Severity |
Major |
Recommended |
No |
Recommended Action |
Drop |
Category |
HTTP |
Keywords |
HP Update Software ActiveX Control Remote Code Execution |
Release Date |
2008/05/08 |
Update Number |
1213 |
Supported Platforms |
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 Update Software ActiveX Control Remote Code Execution
This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in HP Update Software ActiveX Control. 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.
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