CVE-2006-6628: Integer Overflow
First published: Mon Dec 18 2006(Updated: )
Integer overflow in OpenOffice.org (OOo) 2.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted DOC file, as demonstrated by the 12122006-djtest.doc file, a variant of CVE-2006-6561 in a separate codebase.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| OpenOffice OpenOffice | =2.1 | |
| Apache OpenOffice | =2.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.milw0rm.com/sploits/12122006-djtest.doc
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21618
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2043
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5051
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454737/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454722/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454545/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454514/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6628?
CVE-2006-6628 has a medium severity rating due to its ability to cause a denial of service through application crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6628?
To mitigate CVE-2006-6628, users should upgrade to a later version of OpenOffice.org or Apache OpenOffice that does not include the vulnerability.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6628?
CVE-2006-6628 affects OpenOffice.org version 2.1 and Apache OpenOffice version 2.1.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-6628 describe?
CVE-2006-6628 describes a user-assisted remote attack that exploits an integer overflow vulnerability.
Can CVE-2006-6628 be exploited without user interaction?
CVE-2006-6628 requires user interaction, as it involves opening a specially crafted DOC file to trigger the vulnerability.
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