How severe is CVE-2006-1197?

CVE-2006-1197 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-1197 being actively exploited?

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

What products are affected by CVE-2006-1197?

CVE-2006-1197 affects Macrovision Safedisc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-1197?

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-2006-1197 published?

CVE-2006-1197 was published on 2006-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-1197

CVE-2006-1197 is a high-severity vulnerability in Macrovision Safedisc 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% (30th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Macrovision Safedisc
Published: 2006-03-13
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SafeDisc installs the driver service for the secdrv.sys driver with insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by changing the configuration to reference a malicious program.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1197?: SafeDisc installs the driver service for the secdrv.sys driver with insecure permissions, which allows local users to gain privileges by changing the configuration to reference a malicious program.
How severe is CVE-2006-1197?: CVE-2006-1197 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-1197 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (30th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1197?: CVE-2006-1197 affects Macrovision Safedisc. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1197?: 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-2006-1197 published?: CVE-2006-1197 was published on 2006-03-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:macrovision:safedisc:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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