CVE-2006-6693: Buffer Overflow
First published: Thu Dec 21 2006(Updated: )
Multiple buffer overflows in zabbix before 20061006 allow attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via long strings to the (1) zabbix_log and (2) zabbix_syslog functions.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Zabbix Server | =1.1.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi/zabbix.security.patch?bug=391388;msg=5;att=1
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi?bug=391388
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20416
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22313
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3959
- http://bugs.debian.org/cgi-bin/bugreport.cgi/zabbix.security.patch?bug=391388%3Bmsg=5%3Batt=1
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-6693?
CVE-2006-6693 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for application crash and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6693?
The fix for CVE-2006-6693 involves upgrading to a newer version of Zabbix where the buffer overflow vulnerabilities are addressed.
Which versions of Zabbix are affected by CVE-2006-6693?
CVE-2006-6693 affects Zabbix versions prior to 20061006, specifically version 1.1.2.
What are the potential impacts of exploiting CVE-2006-6693?
Exploiting CVE-2006-6693 can lead to application crashes and potentially allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code.
What functions are involved in CVE-2006-6693 vulnerabilities?
CVE-2006-6693 involves vulnerabilities in the zabbix_log and zabbix_syslog functions related to buffer overflows.
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