CVE-2006-3575: Buffer Overflow

Published Jul 13, 2006
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Updated

Unknown vulnerability in the Buffer Overflow Protection in McAfee VirusScan Enterprise 8.0.0 allows local users to cause a denial of service (unstable operation) via a long string in the (1) "Process name", (2) "Module name", or (3) "API name" fields.

Affected Software

1 affected component
McAfee VirusScan=8.0.0

Event History

Jul 13, 2006
CVE Published
10:05 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3575?

CVE-2006-3575 has been classified as a vulnerability that can lead to denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-3575?

To address CVE-2006-3575, you should update McAfee VirusScan Enterprise to a version that is not affected by this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2006-3575?

CVE-2006-3575 affects local users of McAfee VirusScan Enterprise version 8.0.0.

4

What causes the instability in CVE-2006-3575?

The instability caused by CVE-2006-3575 is triggered by inputting a long string in specified fields such as "Process name", "Module name", or "API name".

5

Is remote exploitation possible with CVE-2006-3575?

CVE-2006-3575 is not susceptible to remote exploitation as it requires local user access.

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