CVE-2006-0674: Buffer Overflow
Published Feb 13, 2006
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the arp command of IBM AIX 5.3 L, 5.3, 5.2.2, 5.2 L, and 5.2 allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long iftype argument.
Affected Software
5 affected components
IBM AIX=5.3_l
IBM AIX=5.3
IBM AIX=5.2
IBM AIX=5.2_l
IBM AIX=5.2.2
Remediation
Patch Available
Event History
Feb 13, 2006
CVE Published
10:02 PM
Feb 14, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0674?
CVE-2006-0674 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-0674?
To fix CVE-2006-0674, update your IBM AIX system to the latest patch or version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-0674?
CVE-2006-0674 affects IBM AIX versions 5.3 and 5.2 across various sub-versions.
4
What exploit does CVE-2006-0674 enable?
CVE-2006-0674 enables a buffer overflow exploit that can lead to a system crash.
5
Can CVE-2006-0674 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-0674 requires local access to exploit, making it a local denial of service vulnerability.