PatchTheCVECVE-2006-3896: The NeoScale Systems CryptoStor 700 series appliance before 2.6 relies on client-side ActiveX code for smartca
CVE-2006-3896 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.9) affecting cryptostor tape 700. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The NeoScale Systems CryptoStor 700 series appliance before 2.6 relies on client-side ActiveX code for smartcard authentication, which allows remote attackers to bypass smartcard authentication, and gain access if able to present a valid username and password, by disabling ActiveX.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 4.9 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 43%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-12-19 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2006-3896?
cryptostor tape 700: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-3896 being exploited?
CVE-2006-3896 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2006-3896 affect?
CVE-2006-3896 affects cryptostor tape 700. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.9). The NeoScale Systems CryptoStor 700 series appliance before 2.6 relies on client-side ActiveX code for smartcard authentication, which allows remote attackers to bypass smartcard authentication, and gain access if able to present a valid us
How urgent is CVE-2006-3896?
Priority 31/100. No elevated risk signals yet.