How severe is CVE-2006-0968?

CVE-2006-0968 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-0968 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-0968?

CVE-2006-0968 affects Ncp Network Communications Secure Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-0968?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2006-0968 published?

CVE-2006-0968 was published on 2006-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-0968

CVE-2006-0968 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ncp Network Communications Secure Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ncp Network Communications Secure Client
Published: 2006-03-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ncprwsnt service in NCP Network Communication Secure Client 8.11 Build 146, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the connect.bat script, which is automatically executed by the service after a connection is established.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0968?: The ncprwsnt service in NCP Network Communication Secure Client 8.11 Build 146, and possibly other versions, allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying the connect.bat script, which is automatically executed by the service after a connection is established.
How severe is CVE-2006-0968?: CVE-2006-0968 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0968 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (33rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0968?: CVE-2006-0968 affects Ncp Network Communications Secure Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0968?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-0968 published?: CVE-2006-0968 was published on 2006-03-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ncp_network_communications:secure_client:8.11_build_146:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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