CVE-2006-3490

CVE-2006-3490 is a medium-severity vulnerability in F-secure F-secure Anti-virus with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

F-Secure Anti-Virus 2003 through 2006 and other versions, Internet Security 2003 through 2006, and Service Platform for Service Providers 6.x and earlier does not scan files contained on removable media when "Scan network drives" is disabled, which allows remote attackers to bypass anti-virus controls.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3490?
F-Secure Anti-Virus 2003 through 2006 and other versions, Internet Security 2003 through 2006, and Service Platform for Service Providers 6.x and earlier does not scan files contained on removable media when "Scan network drives" is disabled, which allows remote attackers to bypass anti-virus controls.
How severe is CVE-2006-3490?
CVE-2006-3490 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-3490 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-3490?
CVE-2006-3490 primarily affects F-secure F-secure Anti-virus. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3490?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-3490 published?
CVE-2006-3490 was published on 2006-07-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (16)

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