How severe is CVE-2006-3784?

CVE-2006-3784 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-3784 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-2006-3784?

CVE-2006-3784 affects Symantec Pcanywhere. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3784?

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-2006-3784 published?

CVE-2006-3784 was published on 2006-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-3784

CVE-2006-3784 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Pcanywhere with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (33rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Symantec Pcanywhere
Published: 2006-07-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) file into the folder, and then using a pcAnywhere client to login as a local administrator.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-3784?: Symantec pcAnywhere 12.5 uses weak default permissions for the "Symantec\pcAnywhere\Hosts" folder, which allows local users to gain privileges by inserting a superuser .cif (aka caller or CallerID) file into the folder, and then using a pcAnywhere client to login as a local administrator.
How severe is CVE-2006-3784?: CVE-2006-3784 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-3784 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-2006-3784?: CVE-2006-3784 affects Symantec Pcanywhere. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3784?: 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-2006-3784 published?: CVE-2006-3784 was published on 2006-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:pcanywhere:12.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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