CVE-2006-6105: Medium severity Gnome gdm vulnerability
Format string vulnerability in the host chooser window (gdmchooser) in GNOME Foundation Display Manager (gdm) allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in a hostname, which are used in an error dialog.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6105?
CVE-2006-6105 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6105?
To fix CVE-2006-6105, update the GNOME Display Manager (gdm) to a version that addresses this vulnerability, such as any version beyond 2.16.2.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-6105?
Local users of affected versions of GNOME Display Manager (gdm) are at risk from CVE-2006-6105.
What are the affected versions for CVE-2006-6105?
The affected versions for CVE-2006-6105 include GNOME Display Manager versions 2.14.1, 2.16, 2.16.1, and 2.16.2.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-6105?
CVE-2006-6105 is a format string vulnerability that can lead to arbitrary code execution through user-supplied input.