CVE-2006-6105
First published: Fri Dec 15 2006(Updated: )
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.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| GNOME libraries | =2.16.2 | |
| GNOME libraries | =2.14.1 | |
| GNOME libraries | =2.16 | |
| GNOME libraries | =2.16.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=453
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21597
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017320
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-396-1
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23381
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23385
- http://ftp.acc.umu.se/pub/GNOME/sources/gdm/2.17/gdm-2.17.4.news
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_29_sr.html
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017383
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23409
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23387
- http://www.osvdb.org/30848
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:231
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5015
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30896
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.
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