CVE-2006-4506

Name: CVE-2006-4506
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-08-31T23:04:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.51%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-4506 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. idmlib.sh in nxdrv in Novell Identity Manager (IDM) 3.0.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors, possibly involving the " (quote) and \ (backslash) characters and eval injection.. EPSS estimates a 0.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

idmlib.sh in nxdrv in Novell Identity Manager (IDM) 3.0.1 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via unspecified vectors, possibly involving the " (quote) and \ (backslash) characters and eval injection.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.51%

39.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Netiq	Identity Manager	3.0.1

References

http://securitytracker.com/id?1016741Patch
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2974299.htmBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19688Exploit
http://securitytracker.com/id?1016741Patch
http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2974299.htmBroken Link
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19688Exploit

Timeline

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-4506?

How severe is CVE-2006-4506?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4506 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4506?

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