PatchTheCVECVE-2006-6961: WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier does not detect malware based on file contents, which allows remote atta
CVE-2006-6961 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting spy sweeper. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier does not detect malware based on file contents, which allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection by changing a file's name.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.3% (top 30%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2007-01-29 |
| 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-2006-6961?
spy sweeper: upgrade to newer than 4.5.9. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-6961 being exploited?
CVE-2006-6961 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-2006-6961 affect?
CVE-2006-6961 affects spy sweeper. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier does not detect malware based on file contents, which allows remote attackers to bypass malware detection by changing a file's name.
How urgent is CVE-2006-6961?
Priority 41/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
Related CVEs
- CVE-2006-6960 MEDIUM 6.8 UPGRADE The Compression Sweep feature in WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier does not handle non-ZIP archives, which
- CVE-2006-6959 MEDIUM 4.6 DOWNGRADE WebRoot Spy Sweeper 4.5.9 and earlier allows local users to bypass the "Startup-Shield" security restrictions