CVE-2006-3784
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CVE-2006-3784 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) file into the folder, and then using a pcAnywhere client to login as a local administrator.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) file into the folder, and then using a pcAnywhere client to login as a local administrator.
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Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Symantec | Pcanywhere | 12.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21113Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21113Vendor Advisory
Timeline
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- Status
- Modified
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