CVE-2006-0230

CVE-2006-0230 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Symantec Antivirus Scan Engine with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 16% places it in the 97th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Symantec Scan Engine 5.0.0.24, and possibly other versions before 5.1.0.7, uses a client-side check to verify a password, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a modified client that sends certain XML requests.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0230?
Symantec Scan Engine 5.0.0.24, and possibly other versions before 5.1.0.7, uses a client-side check to verify a password, which allows remote attackers to gain administrator privileges via a modified client that sends certain XML requests.
How severe is CVE-2006-0230?
CVE-2006-0230 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2006-0230 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 16% (97th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0230?
CVE-2006-0230 affects Symantec Antivirus Scan Engine. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0230?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-0230 published?
CVE-2006-0230 was published on 2006-04-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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