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CVE-2006-3209

UnknownEPSS 1.74%

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CVE-2006-3209 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Task scheduler (at.exe) on Microsoft Windows XP spawns each scheduled process with SYSTEM permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by third parties, who state that the Task scheduler is limited to the Administrators group by default upon installation. EPSS estimates a 1.74% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Task scheduler (at.exe) on Microsoft Windows XP spawns each scheduled process with SYSTEM permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by third parties, who state that the Task scheduler is limited to the Administrators group by default upon installation

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.74%

74.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftWindows XpAll versionsGold

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-3209?
The Task scheduler (at.exe) on Microsoft Windows XP spawns each scheduled process with SYSTEM permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges. NOTE: this issue has been disputed by third parties, who state that the Task scheduler is limited to the Administrators group by default upon installation
How severe is CVE-2006-3209?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3209 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.74% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3209?
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