CVE-2006-0674: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon 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.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| IBM AIX | =5.3_l | |
| IBM AIX | =5.3 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2 | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2_l | |
| IBM AIX | =5.2.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?uid=isg1IY81476
- http://www-1.ibm.com/support/docview.wss?rs=0&q1=IY81424&uid=isg1IY81424&loc=en_US&cs=utf-8&cc=us&lang=en
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/16584
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18773
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0531
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24628
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-0674?
CVE-2006-0674 affects IBM AIX versions 5.3 and 5.2 across various sub-versions.
What exploit does CVE-2006-0674 enable?
CVE-2006-0674 enables a buffer overflow exploit that can lead to a system crash.
Can CVE-2006-0674 be exploited remotely?
No, CVE-2006-0674 requires local access to exploit, making it a local denial of service vulnerability.
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