CVE-2006-0255: High severity Checkpoint Vpn-1 vulnerability

Published Jan 18, 2006
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Updated

Unquoted Windows search path vulnerability in Check Point VPN-1 SecureClient might allow local users to gain privileges via a malicious "program.exe" file in the C: folder, which is run when SecureClient attempts to launch the SrGUI.exe program.

Affected Software

9 affected components
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp6
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp3
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp4
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp1
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp5
Checkpoint Vpn-1
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp5a
Checkpoint Vpn-1=4.1-sp2

Event History

Jan 18, 2006
CVE Published
01:51 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-0255?

CVE-2006-0255 is considered a high-severity vulnerability that can allow privilege escalation for local users.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-0255?

To fix CVE-2006-0255, ensure that the installation path of Check Point VPN-1 SecureClient does not contain unquoted paths and update to the latest security patches provided by Check Point.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2006-0255?

CVE-2006-0255 affects multiple versions of the Check Point VPN-1 SecureClient, including version 4.1 and its various service packs.

4

Who can exploit CVE-2006-0255?

CVE-2006-0255 can be exploited by local users who have access to the system where Check Point VPN-1 SecureClient is installed.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2006-0255?

Exploiting CVE-2006-0255 could allow an attacker to run arbitrary code with higher privileges, leading to a complete compromise of the affected system.

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