CVE-2007-6331: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2007-6331: Absolute path traversal vulnerability in the HPInfoDLL.HPInfo.1 ActiveX control in HPInfoDLL.dll 1.0, as sh...

Absolute path traversal vulnerability in the HPInfoDLL.HPInfo.1 ActiveX control in HPInfoDLL.dll 1.0, as shipped with HP Info Center (hpinfocenter.exe) 1.0.1.1 in HP Quick Launch Button (QLBCTRL.exe, aka QLB) 6.3 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs via the first argument to the LaunchApp method. NOTE: only a user-assisted attack is possible on Windows Vista.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 16:02 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is a legacy HP laptop client-side vulnerability. If a vulnerable HP ActiveX component is present, a malicious webpage could cause Windows to launch a local program. It matters mainly where old HP Quick Launch Button or HP Info Center software remains installed. Exposure is likely limited to legacy HP Windows endpoints with HP Quick Launch Button 6.3 or earlier and the affected ActiveX control installed. It is not a server exposure. Modern managed fleets are unlikely affected unless old HP images, unmanaged laptops, or legacy browser configurations remain. Prioritize if the organization still runs legacy HP Windows laptops or old browser stacks. For modern fleets, treat this as a targeted legacy hygiene issue: validate absence, remove unsupported software, and document closure. Mitigation focus: Review HP advisory SSRT071502 for the supported vendor fix or removal guidance.; Update or remove HP Quick Launch Button and HP Info Center on affected endpoints.; Disable the HPInfoDLL.HPInfo.1 ActiveX control where it is not required..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Dec 13, 2007, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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hpinfo-hpinfo-command-execution(38991)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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