CVE-2006-6293
UnknownEPSS 15.85%
Last modified
CVE-2006-6293 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in FRISK Software F-Prot Antivirus before 4.6.7 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CHM file. NOTE: this issue has at least a partial overlap with CVE-2006-6294.. EPSS estimates a 15.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in FRISK Software F-Prot Antivirus before 4.6.7 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CHM file. NOTE: this issue has at least a partial overlap with CVE-2006-6294.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | <= 4.6.6 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.11b |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.12 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.12a |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.12b |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.12c |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.12d |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.13 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.13a |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14a |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14b |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14c |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14d |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.14e |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.15 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.15a |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.15b |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16 |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16a |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16b |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16c |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16d |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16e |
| F-Prot | F-Prot Antivirus | 3.16f |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22879Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23328Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21086Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4830Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22879Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23328Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21086Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4830Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-6293?
Heap-based buffer overflow in FRISK Software F-Prot Antivirus before 4.6.7 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted CHM file. NOTE: this issue has at least a partial overlap with CVE-2006-6294.
How severe is CVE-2006-6293?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6293 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 15.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6293?
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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