Vulnerability Description
The SCANCTRL.ScanCtrlCtrl.1 ActiveX control in scan.dll in Nessus Vulnerability Scanner 3.0.6 allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via unspecified vectors involving the deleteNessusRC method, probably a directory traversal vulnerability.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nessus | Vulnerability Scanner | 3.0.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26243ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.nessus.org/news/Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25088
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35641
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26243ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.nessus.org/news/Patch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25088
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35641
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-4062?
CVE-2007-4062 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). The SCANCTRL.ScanCtrlCtrl.1 ActiveX control in scan.dll in Nessus Vulnerability Scanner 3.0.6 allows remote attackers to delete arbitrary files via unspecified vectors involving the deleteNessusRC met...
How severe is CVE-2007-4062?
CVE-2007-4062 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-4062?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nessus Vulnerability Scanner.