CVE-2006-5740
First published: Fri Oct 27 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the LDAP dissector in Wireshark (formerly Ethereal) 0.99.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted LDAP packet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Wireshark Wireshark | =0.99.3 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.wireshark.org/security/wnpa-sec-2006-03.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20762
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22590
- https://issues.rpath.com/browse/RPL-746
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:195
- http://securitytracker.com/alerts/2006/Oct/1017129.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22692
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22672
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0726.html
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_65_ethereal.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22797
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22841
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22929
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-255.htm
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23096
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4220
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29841
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A9482
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A14679
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/450307/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-5740?
CVE-2006-5740 has been classified as causing a denial of service, particularly a crash in Wireshark.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5740?
To fix CVE-2006-5740, upgrade to a later version of Wireshark than 0.99.3 that addresses this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-5740?
CVE-2006-5740 affects users of Wireshark version 0.99.3 who utilize the LDAP dissector feature.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-5740 allow?
CVE-2006-5740 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service by sending a crafted LDAP packet.
When was CVE-2006-5740 discovered?
CVE-2006-5740 was reported in 2006, highlighting a vulnerability in a previous version of Wireshark.
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