How severe is CVE-2006-4201?

CVE-2006-4201 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2006-4201 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2006-4201?

CVE-2006-4201 primarily affects Hp Openview Storage Data Protector. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2006-4201?

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-2006-4201 published?

CVE-2006-4201 was published on 2006-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2006-4201

CVE-2006-4201 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Openview Storage Data Protector with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 10% (95th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Hp Openview Storage Data Protector
Published: 2006-08-17
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the backup agent and Cell Manager in HP OpenView Storage Data Protector 5.1 and 5.5 before 20060810 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on an agent via unspecified vectors related to authentication and input validation.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4201?: Unspecified vulnerability in the backup agent and Cell Manager in HP OpenView Storage Data Protector 5.1 and 5.5 before 20060810 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on an agent via unspecified vectors related to authentication and input validation.
How severe is CVE-2006-4201?: CVE-2006-4201 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-4201 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 10% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4201?: CVE-2006-4201 primarily affects Hp Openview Storage Data Protector. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4201?: 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-2006-4201 published?: CVE-2006-4201 was published on 2006-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_storage_data_protector:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:hp:openview_storage_data_protector:5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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