Vulnerability Description
Symantec Scan Engine 5.0.0.24, and possibly other versions before 5.1.0.7, uses a client-side check to verify a password, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a modified client that sends certain XML requests.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Antivirus Scan Engine | 5.0.0.24 |
References
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2006-q2/0010.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19734
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/118388US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/431724/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/431734/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17637
- http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2006.04.21.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1464
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/25972
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/vulnwatch/2006-q2/0010.htmlExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19734
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/118388US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/431724/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/431734/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17637
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0230?
CVE-2006-0230 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Symantec Scan Engine 5.0.0.24, and possibly other versions before 5.1.0.7, uses a client-side check to verify a password, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a modified ...
How severe is CVE-2006-0230?
CVE-2006-0230 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0230?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Symantec Antivirus Scan Engine.