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CVE-2006-1221

First published: Tue Mar 14 2006(Updated: )

Untrusted search path vulnerability in the TrueVector service (VSMON.exe) in Zone Labs ZoneAlarm 6.x and Integrity does not search ZoneAlarm's own folders before other folders that are specified in a user's PATH, which might allow local users to execute code as SYSTEM by placing malicious DLLs into a folder that has insecure permissions, but is searched before ZoneAlarm's folder. NOTE: since this issue is dependent on the existence of a vulnerability in a separate product (weak permissions of executables or libraries, or the execution of malicious code), perhaps it should not be included in CVE.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ZoneAlarm by Check Point=6.1.744.000

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-1221?

    CVE-2006-1221 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to execute code with SYSTEM privileges.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-1221?

    To fix CVE-2006-1221, ensure that the TrueVector service is updated to a version that addresses this untrusted search path vulnerability.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2006-1221?

    CVE-2006-1221 affects users of Zone Labs ZoneAlarm version 6.1.744.000 and possibly earlier versions.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-1221?

    CVE-2006-1221 is classified as an untrusted search path vulnerability, which can lead to arbitrary code execution.

  • What would an attacker need to exploit CVE-2006-1221?

    An attacker would need local access to the system to place malicious DLLs in a location that the TrueVector service checks.

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