8.3
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-5882: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Nov 14 2006(Updated: )

Stack-based buffer overflow in the Broadcom BCMWL5.SYS wireless device driver 3.50.21.10, as used in Cisco Linksys WPC300N Wireless-N Notebook Adapter before 4.100.15.5 and other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an 802.11 response frame containing a long SSID field.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Linksys WPC300N Wireless-N Notebook Adapter Driver
Broadcom BCMWL5.SYS=3.50.21.10
=3.50.21.10

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-5882?

    CVE-2006-5882 has a high severity rating due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-5882?

    To mitigate CVE-2006-5882, it is recommended to update the Broadcom BCMWL5.SYS wireless device driver to version 4.100.15.5 or later.

  • Which products are affected by CVE-2006-5882?

    CVE-2006-5882 affects the Cisco Linksys WPC300N Wireless-N Notebook Adapter and possibly other devices using the vulnerable Broadcom driver.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-5882?

    CVE-2006-5882 is classified as a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2006-5882 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2006-5882 can be exploited remotely by sending a specially crafted 802.11 response frame.

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