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AUSCERT External Security Bulletin Redistribution
ESB-2007.1018 -- [Win]
HP Quick Launch Button (QLB) Running on Windows, Remote
Execution of Arbitrary Code, Gain Privileged Access
25 February 2008
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AusCERT Security Bulletin Summary
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Product: HP Quick Launch Button
Publisher: Hewlett-Packard
Operating System: Windows
Impact: Execute Arbitrary Code/Commands
Access: Remote/Unauthenticated
CVE Names: CVE-2007-6333 CVE-2007-6332 CVE-2007-6331
Comment: The vulnerabilities reported in this advisory affect software
shipped with Hewlett-Packard laptops.
Revision History: February 25 2008: Patch SP38266 available
December 28 2007: New patches available
December 17 2007: Initial Release
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SUPPORT COMMUNICATION - SECURITY BULLETIN
Document ID: c01300486
Version: 3
HPSBGN02298 SSRT071502 rev.3 - HP Notebook PC Quick Launch Button (QLB)
Software Running on Windows, Remote Execution of Arbitrary Code, Gain
Privileged Access
NOTICE: The information in this Security Bulletin should be acted upon as
soon as possible.
Release Date: 2007-12-14
Last Updated: 2008-02-22
Potential Security Impact: Remote execution of arbitrary code, gain
privileged access
Source: Hewlett-Packard Company, HP Software Security Response Team
VULNERABILITY SUMMARY
A potential security vulnerability has been identified with certain
versions of the HP Notebook PC Quick Launch Button (QLB) software running
on Windows. The vulnerability could be exploited remotely to execute
arbitrary code or to gain privileged access.
References: CVE-2007-6331, CVE-2007-6332, CVE-2007-6333
SUPPORTED SOFTWARE VERSIONS*: ONLY impacted versions are listed.
HP Compaq business notebook PCs running the Microsoft Windows operating
system with HP Quick Launch Button software v6.3 or earlier installed
and
HP, HP Pavilion, and Compaq Presario consumer notebook PCs running the
Microsoft Windows operating system with HP Quick Launch Button software
v6.0 through v6.3 installed
BACKGROUND
HP Compaq business notebook PCs and HP, HP Pavilion, and Compaq Presario
consumer notebook PCs ship with Quick Launch Button (QLB) software
preinstalled. Quick Launch Buttons enable and control features such as
Function (Fn) shortcut keys and dedicated program buttons (i.e.
Presentation Mode and HP Info buttons) that vary by model. The Quick
Launch Button software package also includes the HP Info Center application
that enables quick access to pertinent system information on HP Compaq
business notebook PC models.
RESOLUTION
HP has provided the following software updates to resolve this vulnerability.
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For HP Notebook Models:
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HP Compaq nc, nx, nw and tc Series business notebook PC models
(for example, nc6230, nw8440) NOT running Microsoft .NET 2.0 or later
Install HP SoftPaq SP38266 or subsequent
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For HP Notebook Models:
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HP 500, 510, 520 and 530 business notebook PC models
Install HP SoftPaq SP38266 or subsequent
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For HP Notebook Models:
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HP Compaq business notebook PC model numbers ending in the letter
b, p, s or w (for example, 6515b, 6910p, 8510w)
Install HP SoftPaq SP38171 or subsequent
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For HP Notebook Models:
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HP Compaq nc, nx, nw and tc Series business notebook PC models
(for example, nc6230, nw8440) running Microsoft .NET 2.0 or later
Install HP SoftPaq SP38171 or subsequent
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For HP Notebook Models:
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HP, HP Pavilion, and Compaq Presario consumer notebook PCs
Install HP SoftPaq SP38171 or subsequent
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HP SoftPaq SP38266 and SP38171 are available for download using the
following procedure.
1. Open a web browser and visit http://www.hp.com
2. In the Search field, type the applicable SoftPaq number from the list
above (SP38266 or SP38171). Start the search.
3. Select an item from the search results.
4. Select Installation Instructions for further information.
Note: Verify installation of HP SoftPaq SP38266 or subsequent by the
presence of hpinfodll.dll version 2.0.0.0 or higher or by the
presence of
hp info center.exe version 2.0.1.1 or higher
Note: Verify installation of HP SoftPaq SP38171 or subsequent by the
presence of hp info center.exe version 6.4.2.2 or higher
Note: SP38266 will install over SP38200, SP38181 and SP38166.
Note: Removing or un-installing Quick Launch Button software does not
eliminate the vulnerability. HP suggests that all HP notebook PCs have
the applicable security patch promptly applied.
Note: Predecessor SoftPaq numbers SP38166, SP38181 and SP38200 should not
be used or installed. Although SP38166, SP38181 and SP38200 resolve the
security vulnerability, they can affect Quick Launch Button functionality.
PRODUCT SPECIFIC INFORMATION
None
HISTORY
Version:1 (rev.1) - 14 December 2007 Initial release
Version:2 (rev.2) - 26 December 2007 SP38181 and SP38171 available
Version:3 (rev.3) - 22 February 2008 SP38266 available
Third Party Security Patches: Third party security patches which are to be
installed on systems running HP software products should be applied in
accordance with the customer's patch management policy.
Support: For further information, contact normal HP Services support channel.
Report: To report a potential security vulnerability with any HP supported
product, send Email to: security-alert@hp.com
It is strongly recommended that security related information being
communicated to HP be encrypted using PGP, especially exploit information.
To get the security-alert PGP key, please send an e-mail message as follows:
To: security-alert@hp.com
Subject: get key
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To review previously published Security Bulletins visit:
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* The Software Product Category that this Security Bulletin relates to is
represented by the 5th and 6th characters of the Bulletin number in the title:
GN = HP General SW
MA = HP Management Agents
MI = Misc. 3rd Party SW
MP = HP MPE/iX
NS = HP NonStop Servers
OV = HP OpenVMS
PI = HP Printing & Imaging
ST = HP Storage SW
TL = HP Trusted Linux
TU = HP Tru64 UNIX
UX = HP-UX
VV = HP VirtualVault
System management and security procedures must be reviewed frequently to
maintain system integrity. HP is continually reviewing and enhancing the
security features of software products to provide customers with current
secure solutions.
"HP is broadly distributing this Security Bulletin in order to bring to the
attention of users of the affected HP products the important security
information contained in this Bulletin. HP recommends that all users determine
the applicability of this information to their individual situations and take
appropriate action. HP does not warrant that this information is necessarily
accurate or complete for all user situations and, consequently, HP will not
be responsible for any damages resulting from user's use or disregard of the
information provided in this Bulletin. To the extent permitted by law, HP
disclaims all warranties, either express or implied, including the warranties
of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, title and
non-infringement."
©Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
Hewlett-Packard Company shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors
or omissions contained herein. The information provided is provided "as is"
without warranty of any kind. To the extent permitted by law, neither HP or
its affiliates, subcontractors or suppliers will be liable for incidental,
special or consequential damages including downtime cost; lost profits;
damages relating to the procurement of substitute products or services; or
damages for loss of data, or software restoration. The information in this
document is subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company and
the names of Hewlett-Packard products referenced herein are trademarks of
Hewlett-Packard Company in the United States and other countries. Other
product and company names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their
respective owners.
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