CVE-2006-0166 Security feature bypass in n/a
Attackers can hide arbitrary files from virus scanners by exploiting the hidden Norton Protected Recycle Bin directory in Norton SystemWorks.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2006-0166?
CVE-2006-0166 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 11 Jan 2006. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Symantec Norton SystemWorks and SystemWorks Premier 2005 and 2006 stores temporary copies of files in the Norton Protected Recycle Bin NProtect directory, which is hidden from the FindFirst and FindNext Windows APIs and allows remote attackers to hide arbitrary files from virus scanners and other products.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-0166?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Symantec Norton System Works.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0166?
No fix has been published for CVE-2006-0166 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2006-0166 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2006-0166 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wxmf-fmxq-57qq.