CVE-2006-4465

Name: CVE-2006-4465
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-08-31T20:04:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 9.19%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

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

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Terminal Server	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Aug 31, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-4465?

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?

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Source: NVD / NIST