CVE-2006-0012

CVE-2006-0012 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2000 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 24% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Windows Explorer in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via attack vectors involving COM objects and "crafted files and directories," aka the "Windows Shell Vulnerability."

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0012?
Unspecified vulnerability in Windows Explorer in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP1 and SP2, and Server 2003 SP1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via attack vectors involving COM objects and "crafted files and directories," aka the "Windows Shell Vulnerability."
How severe is CVE-2006-0012?
CVE-2006-0012 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-0012 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 24% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0012?
CVE-2006-0012 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2000. In total, 30 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0012?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-0012 published?
CVE-2006-0012 was published on 2006-04-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (30)

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