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CVE-2006-1618

UnknownEPSS 13.19%

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CVE-2006-1618 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Format string vulnerability in the (1) Con_message and (2) conPrintf functions in con_main.c in Doomsday engine 1.8.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an argument to the JOIN command, and possibly other command arguments.. EPSS estimates a 13.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Format string vulnerability in the (1) Con_message and (2) conPrintf functions in con_main.c in Doomsday engine 1.8.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an argument to the JOIN command, and possibly other command arguments.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
13.19%

95.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
DoomsdayDoomsday1.8.6

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-1618?
Format string vulnerability in the (1) Con_message and (2) conPrintf functions in con_main.c in Doomsday engine 1.8.6 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in an argument to the JOIN command, and possibly other command arguments.
How severe is CVE-2006-1618?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1618 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 13.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1618?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST