CVE-2007-3296

The ThunderServer.webThunder.1 ActiveX control in xunlei Web Thunderbolt 1.7.3.109 allows remote attackers to download arbitrary files and conduct other…

published June 20, 2007

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
78.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Remote attackers can hijack the ThunderServer ActiveX control to download files without permission — it’s like leaving your front door wide open while throwing a party! 🎉 Think of the ThunderServer as a hotel where anyone can check in without ID, and some sneaky guests can take whatever they want from others' rooms without anyone stopping them. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit unchecked access and download arbitrary files without authorization. If an attacker takes advantage of this flaw, they could download sensitive files from the server or perform other unauthorized actions, potentially leading to data leaks or further intrusions. It's a surprisingly sneaky way to access the information you thought was safe!

Put simply

Think of the ThunderServer as a hotel where anyone can check in without ID, and some sneaky guests can take whatever they want from others' rooms without anyone stopping them. This vulnerability allows attackers to exploit unchecked access and download arbitrary files without authorization. The vulnerability in the ThunderServer.webThunder.1 ActiveX control allows attackers to call dangerous methods, leading to the unauthorized downloading of files. This exploit hinges on the lack of proper access controls within the ActiveX environment.

What to do

If an attacker takes advantage of this flaw, they could download sensitive files from the server or perform other unauthorized actions, potentially leading to data leaks or further intrusions. It's a surprisingly sneaky way to access the information you thought was safe! To fix this, you should consider disabling the ActiveX control if it’s not essential. Additionally, verify that you’re running the latest version of xunlei Web Thunderbolt, and monitor for any further updates or patches that may address this issue. You've got this! Take these steps to lock things down, and you’ll be a security hero in no time! 🦸

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01826 · 78.5th percentile
Published
2007-06-20T21:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 20 JUN 21:00Z
    The ThunderServer.webThunder.1 ActiveX control in xunlei Web Thunderbolt 1.7.3.109 allows remote attackers to download arbitrary files and conduct other…
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