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CVE-2006-6854

UnknownEPSS 2.29%

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CVE-2006-6854 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The qcamvc_video_init function in qcamvc.c in De Marchi Daniele QuickCam VC Linux device driver (aka quickcam-vc) 1.0.9 and earlier does not properly check a boundary, triggering memory corruption, which might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickCam object.. EPSS estimates a 2.29% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The qcamvc_video_init function in qcamvc.c in De Marchi Daniele QuickCam VC Linux device driver (aka quickcam-vc) 1.0.9 and earlier does not properly check a boundary, triggering memory corruption, which might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickCam object.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.29%

81.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
De Marchi DanieleQuickcam<= 1.0.9

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6854?
The qcamvc_video_init function in qcamvc.c in De Marchi Daniele QuickCam VC Linux device driver (aka quickcam-vc) 1.0.9 and earlier does not properly check a boundary, triggering memory corruption, which might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted QuickCam object.
How severe is CVE-2006-6854?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6854 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.29% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6854?
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Source: NVD / NIST