CVE-2006-3491: Buffer Overflow
First published: Mon Jul 10 2006(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in Kaillera Server 0.86 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long nickname.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Kaillera | <=0.86 |
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Reference Links
- http://aluigi.altervista.org/adv/kailleraex-adv.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18871
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20973
- http://www.osvdb.org/27041
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2696
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=115220500707900&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27680
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/439455/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3491?
CVE-2006-3491 has been classified as high severity due to its potential to allow remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3491?
To mitigate CVE-2006-3491, you should upgrade to a version of Kaillera Server that is later than 0.86.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2006-3491?
The potential impacts of CVE-2006-3491 include unauthorized access and control over the vulnerable system.
Which versions of Kaillera are affected by CVE-2006-3491?
CVE-2006-3491 affects Kaillera Server versions 0.86 and earlier.
How can an attacker exploit CVE-2006-3491?
An attacker can exploit CVE-2006-3491 by sending a specially crafted long nickname to the Kaillera Server.
- agent/references
- agent/type
- agent/softwarecombine
- collector/mitre-cve
- source/MITRE
- agent/weakness
- agent/author
- agent/severity
- agent/last-modified-date
- agent/description
- agent/first-publish-date
- agent/event
- agent/source
- agent/tags
- collector/nvd-historical
- agent/software-canonical-lookup-request
- collector/nvd-index
- vendor/christophe thibault
- canonical/kaillera
- version/kaillera/0.86