CVE-2006-4510
First published: Tue Oct 24 2006(Updated: )
The evtFilteredMonitorEventsRequest function in the LDAP service in Novell eDirectory before 8.8.1 FTF1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted request containing a value that is larger than the number of objects transmitted, which triggers an invalid free of unallocated memory.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microfocus eDirectory | =8.8 | |
| Microfocus eDirectory | =8.8.1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4510?
CVE-2006-4510 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4510?
To fix CVE-2006-4510, update Novell eDirectory to version 8.8.1 FTF1 or later.
What versions of Novell eDirectory are affected by CVE-2006-4510?
CVE-2006-4510 affects Novell eDirectory versions 8.8 and 8.8.1 prior to FTF1.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-4510 allow?
CVE-2006-4510 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.
What is the cause of the vulnerability CVE-2006-4510?
CVE-2006-4510 is caused by improper handling of crafted requests in the LDAP service.
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