7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other 119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2006-6170: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Nov 30 2006(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in the tls_x509_name_oneline function in the mod_tls module, as used in ProFTPD 1.3.0a and earlier, and possibly other products, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a large data length argument, a different vulnerability than CVE-2006-5815.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
ProFTPD<=1.3.0a

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2006-6170?

    CVE-2006-6170 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

  • How do I fix CVE-2006-6170?

    To fix CVE-2006-6170, update ProFTPD to version 1.3.1 or later.

  • Which versions of ProFTPD are affected by CVE-2006-6170?

    CVE-2006-6170 affects ProFTPD versions up to and including 1.3.0a.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-6170?

    CVE-2006-6170 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2006-6170 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2006-6170 can be exploited remotely by attackers using specially crafted data.

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