CVE-2006-0173
First published: Wed Jan 11 2006(Updated: )
Hummingbird Collaboration (aka Hummingbird Enterprise Collaboration) 5.21 and earlier allows remote attackers to misrepresent the type and name of a file via modified doc_ext and id parameters, which might trick a user into downloading dangerous or unexpected content.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Hummingbird | <=5.21 | |
| Hummingbird | =5.2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0173?
CVE-2006-0173 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to deceive users into downloading harmful files.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0173?
To fix CVE-2006-0173, upgrade Hummingbird Enterprise Collaboration to version 5.21 or later, which addresses the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-0173?
CVE-2006-0173 affects users of Hummingbird Enterprise Collaboration version 5.21 and earlier.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2006-0173?
CVE-2006-0173 is associated with remote attacks that involve misleading file type and name information.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2006-0173?
The potential impacts of CVE-2006-0173 include users unintentionally downloading malicious or unexpected content.
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