CVE-2006-1198

CVE-2006-1198 is a low-severity vulnerability in Comvigo Im Lock with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Comvigo IM Lock 2006 uses a simple substitution cipher to encrypt a password stored in the msnvs\prc registry value, for which all users have Read permission, which allows local users to bypass the product's blocking functionality by decrypting the password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1198?
Comvigo IM Lock 2006 uses a simple substitution cipher to encrypt a password stored in the msnvs\prc registry value, for which all users have Read permission, which allows local users to bypass the product's blocking functionality by decrypting the password.
How severe is CVE-2006-1198?
CVE-2006-1198 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2006-1198 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1198?
CVE-2006-1198 primarily affects Comvigo Im Lock. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1198?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-1198 published?
CVE-2006-1198 was published on 2006-03-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)