CVE-2006-2679: High severity Cisco VPN Client vulnerability
Unspecified vulnerability in the VPN Client for Windows Graphical User Interface (GUI) (aka the VPN client dialer) in Cisco VPN Client for Windows 4.8.00. and earlier, except for 4.7.00.0533, allows local authenticated, interactive users to gain privileges, possibly due to privileges of dialog boxes, aka bug ID CSCsd79265.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2679?
CVE-2006-2679 is considered a medium severity vulnerability allowing local authenticated users to escalate their privileges.
What versions are affected by CVE-2006-2679?
CVE-2006-2679 affects Cisco VPN Client versions 4.8.00 and earlier, except for version 4.7.00.0533.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2679?
To mitigate CVE-2006-2679, upgrade to the latest version of the Cisco VPN Client software that is not affected.
Can CVE-2006-2679 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-2679 can only be exploited by local authenticated interactive users.
What impact could CVE-2006-2679 have on my network?
CVE-2006-2679 can potentially allow attackers with local access to gain higher privileges, compromising system security.