CWE
94
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-4696: Code Injection

First published: Tue Oct 10 2006(Updated: )

Unspecified vulnerability in the Server service in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Server 2003 SP1 and earlier, and XP SP2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted packet, aka "SMB Rename Vulnerability."

Credit: secure@microsoft.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Microsoft Windows XP=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=sp1
Microsoft Windows Server 2003=r2
Microsoft Windows 2000=sp4
Microsoft Windows XP=sp2
Microsoft Windows XP=gold

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-4696?

    CVE-2006-4696 is considered critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-4696?

    To fix CVE-2006-4696, apply the latest security patches provided by Microsoft for your affected Windows version.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2006-4696?

    CVE-2006-4696 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, Windows XP SP1 and SP2, and Windows Server 2003 SP1 and earlier.

  • Is CVE-2006-4696 actively exploited?

    At the time of its disclosure, CVE-2006-4696 was a vulnerability that could be exploited, requiring immediate attention.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-4696?

    CVE-2006-4696 is classified as a remote code execution vulnerability within the Server service of affected Windows operating systems.

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