What is the severity of CVE-2006-3442?

CVE-2006-3442 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3442?

To fix CVE-2006-3442, you should update your Microsoft Windows XP to the latest service pack or apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft.

What are the affected systems for CVE-2006-3442?

CVE-2006-3442 affects Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 1 and Service Pack 2, specifically Tablet PC editions.

Can CVE-2006-3442 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-3442 can be exploited remotely through a crafted multicast message.

What kind of attacks can CVE-2006-3442 enable?

CVE-2006-3442 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

Vulnerability/
CVE-2006-3442

high

7.6

CWE

12/9/2006

7/8/2024

CVE-2006-3442: Code Injection

First published: Tue Sep 12 2006(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in Pragmatic General Multicast (PGM) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted multicast message.

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp1
Microsoft Windows XP	=sp2

Remedy

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3442?
CVE-2006-3442 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3442?
To fix CVE-2006-3442, you should update your Microsoft Windows XP to the latest service pack or apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2006-3442?
CVE-2006-3442 affects Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 1 and Service Pack 2, specifically Tablet PC editions.
Can CVE-2006-3442 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-3442 can be exploited remotely through a crafted multicast message.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2006-3442 enable?
CVE-2006-3442 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3442?
CVE-2006-3442 has been classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3442?
To fix CVE-2006-3442, you should update your Microsoft Windows XP to the latest service pack or apply the relevant patches provided by Microsoft.
What are the affected systems for CVE-2006-3442?
CVE-2006-3442 affects Microsoft Windows XP with Service Pack 1 and Service Pack 2, specifically Tablet PC editions.
Can CVE-2006-3442 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-3442 can be exploited remotely through a crafted multicast message.
What kind of attacks can CVE-2006-3442 enable?
CVE-2006-3442 can enable attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected systems.