CVE-2006-2289: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed May 10 2006(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in avahi-core in Avahi before 0.6.10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Avahi AutoIP Daemon | =0.6.7 | |
| Avahi AutoIP Daemon | =0.6.8 | |
| Avahi AutoIP Daemon | =0.6.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://0pointer.de/cgi-bin/viewcvs.cgi/%2Acheckout%2A/trunk/docs/NEWS?root=avahi
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20022
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20215
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_05_19.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17884
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26331
- http://0pointer.de/cgi-bin/viewcvs.cgi/*checkout*/trunk/docs/NEWS?root=avahi
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2289?
CVE-2006-2289 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution by local users.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2289?
To fix CVE-2006-2289, upgrade Avahi to version 0.6.10 or later.
Which versions of Avahi are affected by CVE-2006-2289?
CVE-2006-2289 affects Avahi versions 0.6.7, 0.6.8, and 0.6.9.
Who is impacted by CVE-2006-2289?
Local users on systems running affected versions of Avahi are impacted by CVE-2006-2289.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-2289?
CVE-2006-2289 is a buffer overflow vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution.
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