CVE-2006-5461: Low severity Avahi Avahi vulnerability
Avahi before 0.6.15 does not verify the sender identity of netlink messages to ensure that they come from the kernel instead of another process, which allows local users to spoof network changes to Avahi.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5461?
CVE-2006-5461 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow local user exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5461?
To mitigate CVE-2006-5461, upgrade Avahi to version 0.6.15 or later, which includes a patch for this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-5461?
CVE-2006-5461 affects all versions of Avahi prior to 0.6.15, particularly on systems where local users can execute code.
What impact does CVE-2006-5461 have?
CVE-2006-5461 allows local users to spoof network changes, potentially disrupting services or causing unauthorized access.
Is CVE-2006-5461 a remote or local vulnerability?
CVE-2006-5461 is considered a local vulnerability as it requires authenticated local user access to exploit.