CVE-2006-0097: Buffer Overflow
Published Jan 6, 2006
·Updated
Stack-based buffer overflow in the createnamedpipe function in libmysql.c in PHP 4.3.10 and 4.4.x before 4.4.3 for Windows allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long (1) arghost or (2) argunixsocket argument, as demonstrated by a long named pipe variable in the host argument to the mysqlconnect function.
Affected Software
4 affected components
PHP PHP=4.4.2
PHP PHP=4.4.0
PHP PHP=4.3.10
PHP PHP=4.4.1
Event History
Jan 6, 2006
CVE Published
11:03 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0097?
CVE-2006-0097 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution on affected systems.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-0097?
To fix CVE-2006-0097, you should upgrade to PHP version 4.4.3 or later.
3
What versions of PHP are affected by CVE-2006-0097?
CVE-2006-0097 affects PHP versions 4.3.10 and earlier, and the 4.4.x branch prior to 4.4.3.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-0097?
CVE-2006-0097 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2006-0097 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-0097 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to execute arbitrary code.