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CVE-2008-0953

UnknownEPSS 8.82%

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CVE-2008-0953 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The StartApp function in the HPISDataManagerLib.Datamgr ActiveX control in HPISDataManager.dll in HP Instant Support before 1.0.0.24 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via a .exe filename in the argument, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-5608 and CVE-2008-0953.. EPSS estimates a 8.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The StartApp function in the HPISDataManagerLib.Datamgr ActiveX control in HPISDataManager.dll in HP Instant Support before 1.0.0.24 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via a .exe filename in the argument, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-5608 and CVE-2008-0953.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
8.82%

94.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
HpInstant Support<= 1.0.0.23

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-0953?
The StartApp function in the HPISDataManagerLib.Datamgr ActiveX control in HPISDataManager.dll in HP Instant Support before 1.0.0.24 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via a .exe filename in the argument, a different vulnerability than CVE-2007-5608 and CVE-2008-0953.
How severe is CVE-2008-0953?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-0953 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0953?
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Source: NVD / NIST