CVE-2007-3982: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-3982: Absolute path traversal vulnerability in the Data Dynamics ActiveReport (ActiveReports) ActiveX control in...

Absolute path traversal vulnerability in the Data Dynamics ActiveReport (ActiveReports) ActiveX control in actrpt2.dll 2.5 and earlier allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a full pathname in the first argument to the SaveLayout method.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 14:37 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy ActiveX file-overwrite issue in Data Dynamics ActiveReport/ActiveReports. If an affected control is installed and reachable by untrusted content, a remote attacker could cause files to be created or overwritten on the victim system. The bundle does not provide CVSS, vendor fix details, or evidence of active exploitation. Exposure is most likely on legacy Windows endpoints or applications that still install and permit the Data Dynamics ActiveReport ActiveX control. Modern environments may have limited exposure if ActiveX is disabled, blocked by browser policy, or absent from managed workstations. Treat this as a legacy technology exposure issue with potentially serious endpoint impact. Prioritize confirming whether the control exists anywhere, then remove or isolate it. Urgency is highest for internet-browsing workstations or systems processing untrusted content. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Data Dynamics ActiveReport/ActiveReports and actrpt2.dll 2.5 or earlier.; Check vendor guidance for a supported replacement, fixed version, or retirement path.; Disable or remove the affected ActiveX control where business use is not required..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 04:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 25, 2007, 17:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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4208CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
activereports-savelayout-file-overwrite(35539)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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