CVE-2006-6618: High severity soft4ever look n stop vulnerability

Published Dec 18, 2006
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Updated

AntiHook 3.0.0.23 - Desktop relies on the Process Environment Block (PEB) to identify a process, which allows local users to bypass the product's controls on a process by spoofing the (1) ImagePathName, (2) CommandLine, and (3) WindowTitle fields in the PEB.

Affected Software

6 affected components
Soft4Ever Look N Stop=2.05p2
AVG Antivirus Plus Firewall=7.5.431
Comodo Comodo Personal Firewall=2.3.6.81
Infoprocess Antihook=3.0.23
Symantec Sygate Personal Firewall=5.6.2808
Filseclab Personal Firewall=3.0.8686

Event History

Dec 18, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·11:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·11:28 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-6618?

CVE-2006-6618 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-6618?

To mitigate CVE-2006-6618, update AntiHook to the latest version or use alternative security software with stronger process identification mechanisms.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2006-6618?

CVE-2006-6618 affects users of AntiHook version 3.0.0.23 and other specific firewall software listed in the vulnerability description.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-6618?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2006-6618 to bypass security controls on processes by spoofing process identification fields.

5

Is CVE-2006-6618 still a concern today?

While CVE-2006-6618 was reported in 2006, its relevance depends on the continued use of outdated versions of affected software.

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