CVE-2006-6676: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Dec 21 2006(Updated: )
Integer overflow in the (a) OLE2 and (b) CHM parsers for ESET NOD32 Antivirus before 1.1743 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted (1) .DOC or (2) .CAB file that triggers a heap-based buffer overflow.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| ESET NOD32 Antivirus | =1.0.11 | |
| ESET NOD32 Antivirus | =1.0.12 | |
| ESET NOD32 Antivirus | <=1.1742 | |
| ESET NOD32 Antivirus | =1.0.13 |
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Reference Links
- http://eset.com/support/updates.php?pageno=63
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21682
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23459
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2079
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/5095
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/455045/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/454949/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6676?
CVE-2006-6676 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6676?
To fix CVE-2006-6676, upgrade to ESET NOD32 Antivirus version 1.1743 or later.
What types of files can exploit CVE-2006-6676?
CVE-2006-6676 can be exploited through crafted .DOC and .CAB files.
Which versions of ESET NOD32 Antivirus are affected by CVE-2006-6676?
CVE-2006-6676 affects ESET NOD32 Antivirus versions up to 1.1742.
Who can be targeted by CVE-2006-6676?
CVE-2006-6676 can potentially target users of ESET NOD32 Antivirus, making them vulnerable to attacks via crafted files.
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