PatchTheCVECVE-2006-4459: Integer overflow in AnywhereUSB/5 1.80.00 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a 1 byte
CVE-2006-4459 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting anywhere usb5. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Integer overflow in AnywhereUSB/5 1.80.00 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a 1 byte header size specified in the USB string descriptor.
Why this priority
- High severity
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 30%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-09-06 |
| 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-2006-4459?
anywhere usb5: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-4459 being exploited?
CVE-2006-4459 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-2006-4459 affect?
CVE-2006-4459 affects anywhere usb5. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Integer overflow in AnywhereUSB/5 1.80.00 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a 1 byte header size specified in the USB string descriptor.
How urgent is CVE-2006-4459?
Priority 44/100. High severity