CVE-2006-3114
First published: Tue Aug 08 2006(Updated: )
PC Tools AntiVirus 2.1.0.51 uses insecure default permissions on the "PC Tools AntiVirus" directory, which allows local users to gain privileges and execute commands.
Credit: PSIRT-CNA@flexerasoftware.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PC Tools Antivirus | <=2.1.0.51 | |
| PC Tools Antivirus | =2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/secunia_research/2006-51/advisory/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19322
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016634
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21075
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1340
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3134
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28212
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/442102/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3114?
CVE-2006-3114 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local users to gain elevated privileges.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3114?
To fix CVE-2006-3114, update to a later version of PC Tools AntiVirus that addresses the insecure default permissions.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3114?
CVE-2006-3114 affects users of PC Tools AntiVirus versions 2.1.0.51 and earlier.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2006-3114?
The risks associated with CVE-2006-3114 include unauthorized command execution and privilege escalation by local users.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-3114?
A potential workaround for CVE-2006-3114 is to modify the permissions on the 'PC Tools AntiVirus' directory to restrict access.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/author
- agent/weakness
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/severity
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-index
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-historical
- vendor/pc tools
- canonical/pc tools antivirus
- version/pc tools antivirus/2.1.0.51
- version/pc tools antivirus/2.1