CVE-2006-0300: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 24, 2006
·Updated
Buffer overflow in tar 1.14 through 1.15.90 allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute code via unspecified vectors involving PAX extended headers.
Affected Software
5 affected components
GNU tar=1.14
GNU tar=1.14.1
GNU tar=1.15
GNU tar=1.15.1
GNU tar=1.15.90
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 24, 2006
CVE Published
12:02 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·05:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0300?
CVE-2006-0300 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for denial of service and possible code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-0300?
To fix CVE-2006-0300, upgrade to tar version 1.15.91 or later.
3
What software is affected by CVE-2006-0300?
CVE-2006-0300 affects tar versions from 1.14 to 1.15.90.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-0300?
CVE-2006-0300 is a buffer overflow vulnerability.
5
Can CVE-2006-0300 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-0300 requires user assistance for exploitation, making remote exploitation unlikely.