CVE-2006-5452: Buffer Overflow

Published Oct 23, 2006
·
Updated

Buffer overflow in dtmail on HP Tru64 UNIX 4.0F through 5.1B and HP-UX B.11.00 through B.11.23 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long -a (aka attachment) argument.

Affected Software

17 affected components
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=11.4
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.22
HPE HP-UX=11.23
Compaq Tru64=4.0f
Compaq Tru64=4.0f-pk8
Compaq Tru64=4.0g
Compaq Tru64=4.0g-pk4
Compaq Tru64=5.0a
Compaq Tru64=5.1
Compaq Tru64=5.1a
Compaq Tru64=5.1a-pk6
Compaq Tru64=5.1af
Compaq Tru64=5.1b-pk1
Compaq Tru64=5.1b2-pk4
Compaq Tru64=5.1b3

Event History

Oct 23, 2006
CVE Published
05:07 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:07 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5452?

The severity of CVE-2006-5452 is classified as high due to its ability to allow local users to execute arbitrary code.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-5452?

To fix CVE-2006-5452, it is recommended to apply the latest patches released by HP for affected versions of Tru64 UNIX and HP-UX.

3

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-5452?

CVE-2006-5452 affects HP Tru64 UNIX versions 4.0F through 5.1B and HP-UX versions B.11.00 through B.11.23.

4

What is a buffer overflow in the context of CVE-2006-5452?

In the context of CVE-2006-5452, a buffer overflow occurs when the dtmail command can be exploited to overwrite memory due to a long -a argument.

5

Who is impacted by CVE-2006-5452?

Local users on systems running vulnerable versions of HP Tru64 UNIX and HP-UX are impacted by CVE-2006-5452.

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