CVE-2006-6293: Heap-based buffer overflow in FRISK Software F-Prot Antivirus before 4.6.7 allows user-assisted remote atta...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2006-6293 is a 2006 flaw in FRISK F-Prot Antivirus before 4.6.7. A crafted CHM file could trigger a heap overflow and potentially run code when processed. The business concern is legacy antivirus or file-scanning systems still using this software. The supplied data does not show KEV-listed active exploitation. Exposure is most likely in legacy Unix antivirus deployments, mail gateways, file scanning pipelines, or archival systems still running F-Prot before 4.6.7. Modern environments are unlikely to be exposed unless they retain obsolete F-Prot installations or old embedded scanning appliances. Treat this as a legacy exposure issue. It is high impact if the affected scanner still exists, but business urgency depends on whether obsolete F-Prot systems remain in production. Prioritize inventory and retirement over broad emergency response. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for FRISK F-Prot Antivirus installations and versions.; Upgrade affected F-Prot deployments to 4.6.7 or later where vendor guidance supports it.; Remove obsolete F-Prot scanners if they are no longer maintained..

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Jun 29, 2026, 08:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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