CVE-2006-0951: High severity Eset Software Nod32 Antivirus vulnerability
Published Apr 8, 2006
·Updated
The GUI (nod32.exe) in NOD32 2.5 runs with SYSTEM privileges when the scheduler runs a scheduled on-demand scan, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code during a scheduled scan via unspecified attack vectors.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Eset Software Nod32 Antivirus=2.5
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 8, 2006
CVE Published
01:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0951?
CVE-2006-0951 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-0951?
To fix CVE-2006-0951, upgrading ESET NOD32 Antivirus to a version later than 2.5 is recommended.
3
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2006-0951?
The potential impacts of CVE-2006-0951 include unauthorized access and execution of code on a system running NOD32 2.5.
4
Who is affected by CVE-2006-0951?
CVE-2006-0951 affects users of ESET NOD32 Antivirus version 2.5 on Windows operating systems.
5
Is CVE-2006-0951 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2006-0951 is a local vulnerability since it requires access to the system to exploit.