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CVE-2006-4465

UnknownEPSS 9.19%

Last modified

CVE-2006-4465 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Terminal Server, when running an application session with the "Start program at logon" and "Override settings from user profile and Client Connection Manager wizard" options, allows local users to execute arbitrary code by forcing an Explorer error. NOTE: a third-party researcher has stated that the options are "a convenience to users" and were not intended to restrict execution of arbitrary code. EPSS estimates a 9.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Terminal Server, when running an application session with the "Start program at logon" and "Override settings from user profile and Client Connection Manager wizard" options, allows local users to execute arbitrary code by forcing an Explorer error. NOTE: a third-party researcher has stated that the options are "a convenience to users" and were not intended to restrict execution of arbitrary code

Metrics

EPSS Probability
9.19%

94.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftTerminal ServerAll versions

References

Timeline

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Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-4465?
Microsoft Terminal Server, when running an application session with the "Start program at logon" and "Override settings from user profile and Client Connection Manager wizard" options, allows local users to execute arbitrary code by forcing an Explorer error. NOTE: a third-party researcher has stated that the options are "a convenience to users" and were not intended to restrict execution of arbitrary code
How severe is CVE-2006-4465?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4465 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 9.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4465?
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