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CVE-2006-2421

UnknownEPSS 3.18%

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CVE-2006-2421 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in Pragma FortressSSH 4.0.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long SSH_MSG_KEXINIT messages, which may cause an overflow when being logged. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.. EPSS estimates a 3.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Pragma FortressSSH 4.0.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long SSH_MSG_KEXINIT messages, which may cause an overflow when being logged. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
3.18%

86.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Pragma SystemsFortressssh<= 4.0.7.20

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-2421?
Stack-based buffer overflow in Pragma FortressSSH 4.0.7.20 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via long SSH_MSG_KEXINIT messages, which may cause an overflow when being logged. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; the details are obtained solely from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2006-2421?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-2421 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2421?
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