Vulnerability Description
Novell Client for Windows 4.8 and 4.9 does not restrict access to the clipboard contents while a machine is locked, which allows users with physical access to read the current clipboard contents by pasting them into the "User Name" field on the login prompt.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Novell | Client | 4.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20194Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/961
- http://www.osvdb.org/25760
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434704/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434724/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26595
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20194Vendor Advisory
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/961
- http://www.osvdb.org/25760
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434704/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434724/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26595
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-2612?
CVE-2006-2612 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). Novell Client for Windows 4.8 and 4.9 does not restrict access to the clipboard contents while a machine is locked, which allows users with physical access to read the current clipboard contents by pa...
How severe is CVE-2006-2612?
CVE-2006-2612 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-2612?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Novell Client.