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CVE-2011-2657 affects the LaunchHelp ActiveX control bundled with AdminStudio in Novell ZENworks Configuration Management 10.2, 10.3, and 11 SP1. A remote attacker could abuse path handling to run arbitrary commands. The sources include public exploit-reference material, but do not show active exploitation. Exposure is most likely where ZENworks Configuration Management 10.2, 10.3, or 11 SP1 deployed AdminStudio components containing LaunchHelp.dll and the LaunchHelp.HelpLauncher.1 ActiveX control. Evidence is incomplete for other versions or products, so they should not be assumed affected. Prioritize this for environments still running legacy ZENworks/AdminStudio components. The business concern is remote command execution on management-related systems, which can create outsized impact. Urgency is lower if the affected ActiveX control is absent or disabled. Mitigation focus: Review Novell KB 7009570 and vendor guidance for the supported remediation path.; Remove or disable the vulnerable ActiveX control where it is not operationally required.; Upgrade affected ZENworks/AdminStudio components if vendor guidance provides a fixed release..
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