CVE-2006-3734: Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in the Command Line Interface (CLI) for Cisco Security Monitoring, Ana...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-3734 affects Cisco Security Monitoring, Analysis and Response System CLI before 4.2.1. A local CS-MARS administrator could execute commands as root, turning administrative console access into full system control. The record does not provide CVSS scoring or detailed affected build data beyond the pre-4.2.1 boundary. Exposure is most likely limited to legacy Cisco CS-MARS deployments running versions before 4.2.1, especially where multiple users have local administrative access. Internet exposure is not indicated by the source bundle. Prioritize remediation if CS-MARS remains in production or stores sensitive security telemetry. The issue is old and local, but root command execution on a security monitoring platform can undermine incident visibility and trust in detections. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Cisco CS-MARS to 4.2.1 or a vendor-supported fixed release.; Review Cisco advisory guidance for exact affected versions and upgrade path.; Restrict CS-MARS administrator access to trusted personnel only..

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Jun 29, 2026, 11:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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