CVE-2006-2496: Buffer Overflow
First published: Sat May 20 2006(Updated: )
Buffer overflow in iMonitor 2.4 in Novell eDirectory 8.8 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via unknown attack vectors.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Novell eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Novell iMonitor | =2.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20139
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016120
- http://support.novell.com/cgi-bin/search/searchtid.cgi?/2973759.htm
- http://www.osvdb.org/25781
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/434723/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18026
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1850
- http://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-06-016.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26524
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-2496?
CVE-2006-2496 is categorized as a critical severity vulnerability due to its potential to enable remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2496?
To fix CVE-2006-2496, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Novell eDirectory and iMonitor.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2006-2496?
CVE-2006-2496 is caused by a buffer overflow in iMonitor 2.4 of Novell eDirectory 8.8.
What are the consequences of exploiting CVE-2006-2496?
Exploiting CVE-2006-2496 can lead to denial of service by crashing the application and may allow for arbitrary code execution.
Which versions of software are affected by CVE-2006-2496?
CVE-2006-2496 affects Novell eDirectory version 8.8 and Novell iMonitor version 2.4.
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