CVE-2006-3999: Medium severity iss BlackICE PC Protection vulnerability

Published Aug 5, 2006
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Updated

ISS BlackICE PC Protection 3.6.cpj, 3.6.cpiE, and possibly earlier versions do not properly monitor the integrity of the pamversion.dll BlackICE library, which allows local users to subvert BlackICE by replacing pamversion.dll. NOTE: in most cases, the attack would not cross privilege boundaries because replacing pamversion.dll requires administrative privileges. However, this issue is a vulnerability because BlackICE is intended to protect against certain rogue privileged actions.

Affected Software

2 affected components
iss BlackICE PC Protection=3.6cpie
iss BlackICE PC Protection=3.6cpj

Event History

Aug 5, 2006
CVE Published
01:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3999?

CVE-2006-3999 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential impact on the integrity of the ISS BlackICE PC Protection software.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-3999?

To remediate CVE-2006-3999, ensure that you upgrade to a later version of ISS BlackICE PC Protection that properly monitors the integrity of the pamversion.dll file.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2006-3999?

CVE-2006-3999 affects users of ISS BlackICE PC Protection versions 3.6.cpj, 3.6.cpiE, and potentially earlier versions.

4

What are the implications of exploiting CVE-2006-3999?

Exploiting CVE-2006-3999 allows local users to replace the pamversion.dll file and potentially subvert the protection provided by BlackICE.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-3999?

A possible workaround for CVE-2006-3999 includes restricting local access to the systems running ISS BlackICE PC Protection until a patch is applied.

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