CVE-2006-4802: Medium severity Symantec Client Security vulnerability
Format string vulnerability in the Real Time Virus Scan service in Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 8.1 up to 10.0, and Client Security 1.x up to 3.0, allows local users to execute arbitrary code via an unspecified vector related to alert notification messages, a different vector than CVE-2006-3454, a "second format string vulnerability" as found by the vendor.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4802?
CVE-2006-4802 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4802?
To fix CVE-2006-4802, update to the latest version of Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition or Client Security that addresses this vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2006-4802?
CVE-2006-4802 impacts various versions of Symantec AntiVirus Corporate Edition 8.1 to 10.0 and Client Security 1.x to 3.0.
Can CVE-2006-4802 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-4802 is a local vulnerability, requiring local user access to exploit.
What can an attacker achieve by exploiting CVE-2006-4802?
Exploiting CVE-2006-4802 allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.