CVE-2007-2923

CVE-2007-2923 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Novell Extend Director with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The launch method in the LocalExec ActiveX control (LocalExec.ocx) in Novell exteNd Director 4.1 and Portal Services allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-2923?
The launch method in the LocalExec ActiveX control (LocalExec.ocx) in Novell exteNd Director 4.1 and Portal Services allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
How severe is CVE-2007-2923?
CVE-2007-2923 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2007-2923 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-2923?
CVE-2007-2923 affects Novell Extend Director. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2923?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-2923 published?
CVE-2007-2923 was published on 2007-06-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)