CVE-2006-5583: Buffer Overflow
Published Dec 12, 2006
·Updated
Buffer overflow in the SNMP Service in Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, Server 2003, Server 2003 SP1, and possibly other versions allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SNMP packet, aka "SNMP Memory Corruption Vulnerability."
Affected Software
3 affected components
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=xp_sp2
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=sp1
Microsoft Windows 2003 Server=2000-sp4
Event History
Dec 12, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·08:28 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5583?
CVE-2006-5583 has a high severity level due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-5583?
To fix CVE-2006-5583, apply the latest patches and updates provided by Microsoft for affected operating systems.
3
Which systems are affected by CVE-2006-5583?
CVE-2006-5583 affects Microsoft Windows 2000 SP4, XP SP2, and Server 2003 among other versions.
4
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-5583?
CVE-2006-5583 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the SNMP Service.
5
Can CVE-2006-5583 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2006-5583 can be exploited remotely through crafted SNMP packets.