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CVE-2006-2450

UnknownEPSS 4.28%

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CVE-2006-2450 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. auth.c in LibVNCServer 0.7.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a request in which the client specifies an insecure security type such as "Type 1 - None", which is accepted even if it is not offered by the server, a different issue than CVE-2006-2369.. EPSS estimates a 4.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

auth.c in LibVNCServer 0.7.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a request in which the client specifies an insecure security type such as "Type 1 - None", which is accepted even if it is not offered by the server, a different issue than CVE-2006-2369.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
4.28%

89.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
LibvncserverLibvncserver0.7.1

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-2450?
auth.c in LibVNCServer 0.7.1 allows remote attackers to bypass authentication via a request in which the client specifies an insecure security type such as "Type 1 - None", which is accepted even if it is not offered by the server, a different issue than CVE-2006-2369.
How severe is CVE-2006-2450?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-2450 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2450?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST