CVE-2006-2197: Integer Overflow
First published: Thu Jun 15 2006(Updated: )
Integer overflow in wv2 before 0.2.3 might allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word document.
Credit: security@debian.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wvware Wv2 | <=0.2.3 | |
| Wvware Wv2 | =0.2.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1100
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18437
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20665
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20688
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20689
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200606-24.xml
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016313
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20826
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20844
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_38_security.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20899
- http://sourceforge.net/project/shownotes.php?group_id=10501&release_id=424094
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:109
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2350
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27184
- https://usn.ubuntu.com/300-1/
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2197?
CVE-2006-2197 has a high severity as it allows attackers to execute arbitrary code due to an integer overflow in wv2.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2197?
To fix CVE-2006-2197, upgrade wv2 to version 0.2.3 or later.
What types of attacks can CVE-2006-2197 enable?
CVE-2006-2197 can enable context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via specially crafted Microsoft Word documents.
Which versions of wv2 are affected by CVE-2006-2197?
CVE-2006-2197 affects all versions of wv2 prior to 0.2.3, specifically 0.2.2 and earlier.
Can CVE-2006-2197 affect all Microsoft Word documents?
CVE-2006-2197 affects only specially crafted Microsoft Word documents that exploit the integer overflow vulnerability.
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