The LogDataListToFile ActiveX function used in (1) Knowledge Center and (2) Back web components of Compaq Presario computers allows remote attackers to modify arbitrary files and cause a denial of service.
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/6355
https://euvd.enisa.europa.eu/vulnerability/EUVD-2001-0431
http://ftp.support.compaq.com/patches/.new/html/SSRT0716-01.shtml