CWE
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Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-3845: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jul 25 2006(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in lzh.fmt in WinRAR 3.00 through 3.60 beta 6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a LHA archive.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
WinRAR=3.50
WinRAR=3.0.0
WinRAR=3.10
WinRAR=3.51
WinRAR=3.60_beta3
WinRAR=3.41
WinRAR=3.20
WinRAR=3.42
WinRAR=3.60_beta2
WinRAR=3.30
WinRAR=3.60_beta5
WinRAR=3.40
WinRAR=3.10_beta3
WinRAR=3.60_beta6
WinRAR=3.60_beta4
WinRAR=3.10_beta5
WinRAR=3.60_beta1
WinRAR=3.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-3845?

    CVE-2006-3845 is rated as critical due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-3845?

    To fix CVE-2006-3845, upgrade to the latest version of WinRAR, as the vulnerability has been patched in subsequent releases.

  • Which versions of WinRAR are affected by CVE-2006-3845?

    CVE-2006-3845 affects WinRAR versions 3.00 through 3.60 beta 6.

  • Can CVE-2006-3845 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2006-3845 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted LHA archive with a long filename.

  • What are the potential consequences of CVE-2006-3845?

    The potential consequences of CVE-2006-3845 include arbitrary code execution, which could lead to system compromise.

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