CVE-2006-6959 Security feature bypass in n/a
Local attackers can bypass Spy Sweeper startup protections by modifying registry keys, undermining the security software's integrity.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2006-6959?
CVE-2006-6959 is a medium-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 29 Jan 2007. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier allows local users to bypass the "Startup-Shield" security restrictions by modifying certain registry keys.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-6959?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Webroot Software Spy Sweeper.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6959?
No fix has been published for CVE-2006-6959 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2006-6959 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2006-6959 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-w7fv-wxvx-vwhp.