CVE Catalog

CVE-2006-0166

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The vulnerability in Norton SystemWorks and SystemWorks Premier 2005 and 2006 stores temporary copies of files in the hidden Norton Protected Recycle Bin (NProtect) directory. This directory is hidden from the FindFirst and FindNext Windows APIs, allowing remote attackers to hide arbitrary files from virus scanners and other security products.

Risk Assessment

The risk is that malicious software can be stored in the hidden directory, bypassing antivirus scanning and other security mechanisms, potentially leading to undetected system infections.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Norton SystemWorks to the latest version that fixes this vulnerability, or consider using alternative security software that does not have this issue.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

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.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS