CVE-2006-4691: Buffer Overflow
First published: Tue Nov 14 2006(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in the NetpManageIPCConnect function in the Workstation service (wkssvc.dll) in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and XP SP2 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via NetrJoinDomain2 RPC messages with a long hostname.
Credit: secure@microsoft.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Windows 2000 | =sp4 | |
| Microsoft Windows XP | =sp2 | |
| =sp4 | ||
| =sp2 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22883
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-318A.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20985
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017221
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/778036
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4508
- http://research.eeye.com/html/advisories/published/AD20061114.html
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29948
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A908
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A607
- https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securitybulletins/2006/ms06-070
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/451588/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-4691?
CVE-2006-4691 is rated as high severity due to the potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4691?
The fix for CVE-2006-4691 is to apply the security updates provided by Microsoft for Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP SP2.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-4691?
CVE-2006-4691 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4 and Windows XP SP2 installations.
Can CVE-2006-4691 lead to information leakage?
While CVE-2006-4691 primarily allows remote code execution, it can also potentially lead to information leakage depending on the exploit used.
Is CVE-2006-4691 a zero-day vulnerability?
CVE-2006-4691 was not a zero-day vulnerability as it was publicly disclosed and received patches from Microsoft.
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