CVE-2006-4336
UnknownEPSS 5.51%
Last modified
CVE-2006-4336 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer underflow in the build_tree function in unpack.c in gzip 1.3.5 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted leaf count table that causes a write to a negative index.. EPSS estimates a 5.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Buffer underflow in the build_tree function in unpack.c in gzip 1.3.5 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted leaf count table that causes a write to a negative index.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gzip | Gzip | 1.3.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22009Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22012Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22017Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22033Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22034Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22043Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/554780US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-333A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22009Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22012Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22017Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22033Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22034Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22043Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/554780US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-333A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-4336?
Buffer underflow in the build_tree function in unpack.c in gzip 1.3.5 allows context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted leaf count table that causes a write to a negative index.
How severe is CVE-2006-4336?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4336 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4336?
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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