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CVE-2006-0166

HIGH · CVSS 7.5 EPSS 1.63%

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS (historical backfill) · Published 2006-01-11 · Last synced 2026-08-04

CyberRota Analysis

This is a high severity vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5. It affects Windows. It may be remotely exploitable.

CVE
CVE-2006-0166
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
7.5
EPSS
1.63%
Windows

Original NVD 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.