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CVE-2006-3178

UnknownEPSS 2.28%

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CVE-2006-3178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Directory traversal vulnerability in extract_chmLib example program in CHM Lib (chmlib) before 0.38 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a CHM archive containing files with a .. (dot dot) in their filename.. EPSS estimates a 2.28% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in extract_chmLib example program in CHM Lib (chmlib) before 0.38 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a CHM archive containing files with a .. (dot dot) in their filename.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.28%

80.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Jed WingChm Lib<= 0.37

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-3178?
Directory traversal vulnerability in extract_chmLib example program in CHM Lib (chmlib) before 0.38 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a CHM archive containing files with a .. (dot dot) in their filename.
How severe is CVE-2006-3178?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-3178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.28% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3178?
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