CVE-2006-3198: Integer Overflow
First published: Fri Jun 23 2006(Updated: )
Integer overflow in Opera 8.54 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a JPEG image with large height and width values, which causes less memory to be allocated than intended.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Opera | <=8.5.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20787
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20897
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/1133
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016362
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_38_opera.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/438074/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18594
- http://www.vigilantminds.com/advi_detail.php?id=45
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2491
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27318
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3198?
CVE-2006-3198 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3198?
To fix CVE-2006-3198, users should upgrade to Opera version 9.0 or later.
What causes the vulnerability in CVE-2006-3198?
CVE-2006-3198 is caused by an integer overflow in Opera's processing of large JPEG images.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3198?
Users of Opera versions 8.54 and earlier are affected by CVE-2006-3198.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-3198?
CVE-2006-3198 can be exploited via specially crafted JPEG images to execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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