Vulnerability Description
Panda ActiveScan 5.53.00, and other versions before 5.54.01, allows remote attackers to (1) reboot the system using the Reinicializar method in the ActiveScan.1 ActiveX control, or (2) determine arbitrary file existence and size via the ObtenerTamano method in the PAVPZ.SOS.1 ActiveX control.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Panda | Activescan | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21763Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2006-64/advisory/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/451864/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21132
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4536Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30317
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30318
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21763Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2006-64/advisory/PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/451864/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21132
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4536Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30317
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30318
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5966?
CVE-2006-5966 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.4 (MEDIUM). Panda ActiveScan 5.53.00, and other versions before 5.54.01, allows remote attackers to (1) reboot the system using the Reinicializar method in the ActiveScan.1 ActiveX control, or (2) determine arbit...
How severe is CVE-2006-5966?
CVE-2006-5966 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5966?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Panda Activescan.