CVE-2006-4309

VNC server on the AK-Systems Windows Terminal 1.2.5 ExVLP is not password protected, which allows remote attackers to login and view RDP or Citrix sessions

published August 23, 2006

CVSS
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EPSS
2%
Percentile
84.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🚨 A VNC server without a password? That's like leaving the door wide open for prying eyes! 🤯 Think of it as a hotel with rooms unlocked—anyone can just walk in and peek at what’s going on. In this case, remote attackers can log in and spy on your RDP or Citrix sessions without breaking a sweat. This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, putting your entire system at risk. An attacker could snoop on confidential sessions, potentially leading to data leaks or even further attacks. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it as a hotel with rooms unlocked—anyone can just walk in and peek at what’s going on. In this case, remote attackers can log in and spy on your RDP or Citrix sessions without breaking a sweat. In the AK-Systems Windows Terminal 1.2.5 ExVLP, the VNC server lacks password protection, which means anyone can connect and view active sessions without any authentication.

What to do

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive information, putting your entire system at risk. An attacker could snoop on confidential sessions, potentially leading to data leaks or even further attacks. Yikes! To protect yourself, ensure that the VNC server is configured with strong password protection or disable access if not in use. Consider upgrading to a more secure version if available, and regularly audit access logs to catch any suspicious activity. You've got this! Lock down that VNC server and keep your sessions safe! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02477 · 84.4th percentile
Published
2006-08-23T19:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 23 AUG 19:00Z
    VNC server on the AK-Systems Windows Terminal 1.2.5 ExVLP is not password protected, which allows remote attackers to login and view RDP or Citrix sessions
    cvelistv5