CVE-2006-4517
UnknownEPSS 3.23%
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CVE-2006-4517 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Novell iManager 2.5 and 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) in the Tomcat server via a long TREE parameter in an HTTP POST, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.. EPSS estimates a 3.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Novell iManager 2.5 and 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) in the Tomcat server via a long TREE parameter in an HTTP POST, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Novell | Imanager | <= 2.5 |
| Novell | Imanager | 1.5 |
| Novell | Imanager | 2.0 |
| Novell | Imanager | 2.0.2 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22657Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4292Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22657Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4292Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-4517?
Novell iManager 2.5 and 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) in the Tomcat server via a long TREE parameter in an HTTP POST, which triggers a NULL pointer dereference.
How severe is CVE-2006-4517?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4517 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.23% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4517?
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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