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CVE-2006-7037

UnknownEPSS 0.32%

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CVE-2006-7037 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Mathcad 12 through 13.1 allows local users to bypass the security features by directly accessing or editing the XML representation of the worksheet with a text editor or other program, which allows attackers to (1) bypass password protection by replacing the password field with a hash of a known password, (2) modify timestamps to avoid detection of modifications, (3) remove locks by removing the "is-locked" attribute, and (4) view locked data, which is stored in plaintext.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Mathcad 12 through 13.1 allows local users to bypass the security features by directly accessing or editing the XML representation of the worksheet with a text editor or other program, which allows attackers to (1) bypass password protection by replacing the password field with a hash of a known password, (2) modify timestamps to avoid detection of modifications, (3) remove locks by removing the "is-locked" attribute, and (4) view locked data, which is stored in plaintext.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.32%

23.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MathsoftMathcad12
MathsoftMathcad13
MathsoftMathcad13.1

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-7037?
Mathcad 12 through 13.1 allows local users to bypass the security features by directly accessing or editing the XML representation of the worksheet with a text editor or other program, which allows attackers to (1) bypass password protection by replacing the password field with a hash of a known password, (2) modify timestamps to avoid detection of modifications, (3) remove locks by removing the "is-locked" attribute, and (4) view locked data, which is stored in plaintext.
How severe is CVE-2006-7037?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-7037 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7037?
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