How severe is CVE-2006-3442?

CVE-2006-3442 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-3442 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 26% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-3442?

CVE-2006-3442 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Xp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3442?

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-2006-3442 published?

CVE-2006-3442 was published on 2006-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-3442

CVE-2006-3442 is a high-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Xp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 26% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-94.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 26% (98th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-94
Affected product: Microsoft Windows Xp
Published: 2006-09-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Pragmatic General Multicast (PGM) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted multicast message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3442?: Unspecified vulnerability in Pragmatic General Multicast (PGM) in Microsoft Windows XP SP2 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted multicast message.
How severe is CVE-2006-3442?: CVE-2006-3442 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.6, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-3442 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 26% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3442?: CVE-2006-3442 primarily affects Microsoft Windows Xp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3442?: 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-2006-3442 published?: CVE-2006-3442 was published on 2006-09-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp1:tablet_pc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:microsoft:windows_xp:*:sp2:tablet_pc:*:*:*:*:*

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