# CVE-2006-0166: Symantec Norton SystemWorks and SystemWorks Premier 2005 and 2006 stores temporary copies of files in the Norton Protected Recycle Bin NProt

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2006-01-11 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

Symantec Norton SystemWorks and SystemWorks Premier 2005 and 2006 stores temporary copies of files in the Norton Protected Recycle Bin NProtect directory, which is hidden from the FindFirst and FindNext Windows APIs and allows remote attackers to hide arbitrary files from virus scanners and other products.

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## References

- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0143
- http://securityresponse.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2006.01.10.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24061
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18402
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1015462

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