CVE-2006-6952

CVE-2006-6952 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ca Host-based Intrusion Prevention System 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

Description

Computer Associates Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) drivers (1) Core kmxstart.sys 6.5.4.31 and (2) Firewall kmxfw.sys 6.5.4.10 allow local users to gain privileges by using certain privileged IOCTLs to modify callback function pointers.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6952?
Computer Associates Host Intrusion Prevention System (HIPS) drivers (1) Core kmxstart.sys 6.5.4.31 and (2) Firewall kmxfw.sys 6.5.4.10 allow local users to gain privileges by using certain privileged IOCTLs to modify callback function pointers.
How severe is CVE-2006-6952?
CVE-2006-6952 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-6952 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6952?
CVE-2006-6952 primarily affects Ca Host-based Intrusion Prevention System. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6952?
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-2006-6952 published?
CVE-2006-6952 was published on 2007-01-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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