CVE-2006-0734: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Feb 16 2006(Updated: )
The SV_CheckForDuplicateNames function in Valve Software Half-Life CSTRIKE Dedicated Server 1.6 and earlier allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (infinite loop and daemon hang) via a backslash character at the end of a connection string to UDP port 27015.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Valve Software Half-Life Counter-Strike Dedicated Server | <=1.6_linux | |
| Valve Software Half-Life Counter-Strike Dedicated Server | <=1.6_windows |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0734?
CVE-2006-0734 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause a denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0734?
To fix CVE-2006-0734, upgrade to a version of Valve Software Half-Life Counter-Strike Dedicated Server later than 1.6.
What does CVE-2006-0734 affect?
CVE-2006-0734 affects Valve Software Half-Life Counter-Strike Dedicated Server versions 1.6 and earlier.
What impact does CVE-2006-0734 have on affected systems?
CVE-2006-0734 can lead to a denial of service, resulting in an infinite loop and server hang when exploited.
Who can exploit CVE-2006-0734?
CVE-2006-0734 can be exploited by remote authenticated users targeting a server with a specific input in the connection string.
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