CVE-2006-0994
First published: Wed May 10 2006(Updated: )
Multiple Sophos Anti-Virus products, including Anti-Virus for Windows 5.x before 5.2.1 and 4.x before 4.05, when cabinet file inspection is enabled, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a CAB file with "invalid folder count values," which leads to heap corruption.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sophos Anti-Virus | >4.00<4.05 | |
| Sophos Anti-Virus | >=5.0.0<5.2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17876
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016041
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20028
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2006-May/045897.html
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/869
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-06-012.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1730
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26305
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/433272/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-0994?
CVE-2006-0994 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0994?
To fix CVE-2006-0994, upgrade to Sophos Anti-Virus version 5.2.1 or later, or 4.05 or later.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0994?
CVE-2006-0994 affects multiple versions of Sophos Anti-Virus, specifically versions prior to 5.2.1 and 4.05.
What is the nature of the vulnerability described in CVE-2006-0994?
CVE-2006-0994 is a vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code through specially crafted CAB files.
Is cabinet file inspection a security risk as noted in CVE-2006-0994?
Yes, enabling cabinet file inspection increases the risk, as it can lead to heap corruption if exploited.
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