CVE-2007-2266: Progress Webspeed Messenger allows remote attackers to read, create, modify, and execute arbitrary files by...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a remote file-control weakness in Progress WebSpeed Messenger. If exposed, an attacker could use affected WebSpeed script endpoints to read, create, modify, or execute files on the server. The bundle does not identify a vendor patch, affected versions, or confirmed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where legacy Progress WebSpeed Messenger components are reachable through web server script paths, especially cgiip.exe or wsisa.dll. The bundle lists affected product and versions as n/a, so asset confirmation is required. Treat as a high-priority legacy exposure review. The business risk is server file compromise from a web-facing component, but urgency depends on whether WebSpeed Messenger is deployed and reachable. Mitigation focus: Identify all Progress WebSpeed Messenger deployments and owners.; Restrict public access to WebSpeed script endpoints where business use allows.; Check Progress or vendor guidance for supported fixes and configuration changes..

Prepared

Jun 29, 2026, 05:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.