CVE-2007-6506

Name: CVE-2007-6506
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2007-12-20T23:46:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 16.35%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2007-6506 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The HPRulesEngine.ContentCollection.1 ActiveX Control in RulesEngine.dll for HP Software Update 4.000.005.007 and earlier, including 3.0.8.4, allows remote attackers to (1) overwrite and corrupt arbitrary files via arguments to the SaveToFile method, and possibly (2) access arbitrary files via the LoadDataFromFile method.. EPSS estimates a 16.35% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The HPRulesEngine.ContentCollection.1 ActiveX Control in RulesEngine.dll for HP Software Update 4.000.005.007 and earlier, including 3.0.8.4, allows remote attackers to (1) overwrite and corrupt arbitrary files via arguments to the SaveToFile method, and possibly (2) access arbitrary files via the LoadDataFromFile method.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

16.35%

96.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Hp	Software Update	<= 4.000.005.007
Hp	Software Update	3.0.8.4

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 20, 2007
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2007-6506?

How severe is CVE-2007-6506?

Severity scoring for CVE-2007-6506 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 16.35% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2007-6506?

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Source: NVD / NIST