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CVE-2006-5461

UnknownEPSS 0.40%

Last modified

CVE-2006-5461 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Avahi before 0.6.15 does not verify the sender identity of netlink messages to ensure that they come from the kernel instead of another process, which allows local users to spoof network changes to Avahi.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Avahi before 0.6.15 does not verify the sender identity of netlink messages to ensure that they come from the kernel instead of another process, which allows local users to spoof network changes to Avahi.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.40%

31.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AvahiAvahi<= 0.6.14

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-5461?
Avahi before 0.6.15 does not verify the sender identity of netlink messages to ensure that they come from the kernel instead of another process, which allows local users to spoof network changes to Avahi.
How severe is CVE-2006-5461?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-5461 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5461?
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