CVE-2006-2201

CVE-2006-2201 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Broadcom Resource Initialization Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in CA Resource Initialization Manager (CAIRIM) 1.x before 20060502, as used in z/OS Common Services and the LMP component in multiple products, allows attackers to violate integrity via a certain "problem state program" that uses SVC to gain access to supervisor state, key 0.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2201?
Unspecified vulnerability in CA Resource Initialization Manager (CAIRIM) 1.x before 20060502, as used in z/OS Common Services and the LMP component in multiple products, allows attackers to violate integrity via a certain "problem state program" that uses SVC to gain access to supervisor state, key 0.
How severe is CVE-2006-2201?
CVE-2006-2201 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.3, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-2201 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-2006-2201?
CVE-2006-2201 affects Broadcom Resource Initialization Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2201?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-2201 published?
CVE-2006-2201 was published on 2006-05-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)