HP.Easy.Printer.Care.Software.ActiveX.Directory.Traversal

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This indicates an attack attempt against a Directory Traversal vulnerability in HP's Easy Printer Care Software.
The vulnerability is caused by the application's failure to sufficiently validate user supplied data. A remote attacker can exploit this by sending a specially crafted web page. Successful attacks may allow attackers to overwrite arbitrary files on the vulnerable system.

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HP Easy Printer Care Software v2.5 and earlier.

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System Compromise: Remote attackers can gain control of vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Apply patches or fixes from the vendor, available from the website:
http://h20566.www2.hp.com/portal/site/hpsc/public/kb/docDisplay/?docId=emr_na-c02949847&ac.admitted=1312987052411.876444892.199480143

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Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)