CVE-2006-4071

CVE-2006-4071 is a low-severity vulnerability in Microsoft Windows 2003 Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 24% places it in the 98th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Sign extension vulnerability in the createBrushIndirect function in the GDI library (gdi32.dll) in Microsoft Windows XP, Server 2003, and possibly other versions, allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted WMF file.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4071?
Sign extension vulnerability in the createBrushIndirect function in the GDI library (gdi32.dll) in Microsoft Windows XP, Server 2003, and possibly other versions, allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted WMF file.
How severe is CVE-2006-4071?
CVE-2006-4071 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2006-4071 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 24% (98th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4071?
CVE-2006-4071 primarily affects Microsoft Windows 2003 Server. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4071?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-4071 published?
CVE-2006-4071 was published on 2006-08-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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