CVE-2006-6495: Buffer Overflow
First published: Wed Dec 13 2006(Updated: )
Stack-based buffer overflow in ld.so.1 in Sun Solaris 8, 9, and 10 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via large precision padding values in a format string specifier in the format parameter of the doprf function. NOTE: this issue normally does not cross privilege boundaries, except in cases of external introduction of malicious message files, or if it is leveraged with other vulnerabilities such as CVE-2006-6494.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SunOS | =5.8 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =10.0 | |
| Oracle Solaris and Zettabyte File System (ZFS) | =9.0 | |
| =9.0 | ||
| =10.0 | ||
| =5.8 |
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Reference Links
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=450
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-102724-1
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21564
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017376
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23317
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2007-019.htm
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23991
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4979
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30848
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3Adef%3A1909
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6495?
CVE-2006-6495 is rated as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for local users to execute arbitrary code.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6495?
To fix CVE-2006-6495, it is recommended to apply the relevant security patches provided by Oracle for Solaris 8, 9, and 10.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-6495?
CVE-2006-6495 affects local users on Sun Solaris versions 8, 9, and 10 running on SPARC architecture.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-6495?
CVE-2006-6495 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability found in the ld.so.1 library.
Can CVE-2006-6495 allow remote exploitation?
No, CVE-2006-6495 typically does not allow remote exploitation as it requires local access to the system.
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