CVE-2006-6578

Name: CVE-2006-6578
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2006-12-15T19:28:00+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 6.64%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2006-6578 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.1 permits the IUSR_Machine account to execute non-EXE files such as .COM files, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via arguments to any .COM file that executes those arguments, as demonstrated using win.com when it is in a web directory with certain permissions.. EPSS estimates a 6.64% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Information Services (IIS) 5.1 permits the IUSR_Machine account to execute non-EXE files such as .COM files, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via arguments to any .COM file that executes those arguments, as demonstrated using win.com when it is in a web directory with certain permissions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

6.64%

93.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Microsoft	Internet Information Services	5.1

References

http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2036Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454268/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2036Exploit, Third Party Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454268/100/0/threadedExploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry

Timeline

Published: Dec 15, 2006
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6578?

How severe is CVE-2006-6578?

Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6578 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 6.64% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2006-6578?

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