CVE-2006-3072

CVE-2006-3072 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Symantec Security Information Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

M4 Macro Library in Symantec Security Information Manager before 4.0.2.29 HOTFIX 1 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via crafted "rule definitions", which produces dangerous Java code during M4 transformation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3072?
M4 Macro Library in Symantec Security Information Manager before 4.0.2.29 HOTFIX 1 allows local users to execute arbitrary commands via crafted "rule definitions", which produces dangerous Java code during M4 transformation.
How severe is CVE-2006-3072?
CVE-2006-3072 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-3072 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3072?
CVE-2006-3072 primarily affects Symantec Security Information Manager. In total, 30 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3072?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-3072 published?
CVE-2006-3072 was published on 2006-06-19 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (30)

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