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CVE-2006-7177

UnknownEPSS 2.33%

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CVE-2006-7177 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. MadWifi, when Ad-Hoc mode is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via unspecified vectors that lead to a kernel panic in the ieee80211_input function, related to "packets coming from a 'malicious' WinXP system.". EPSS estimates a 2.33% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

MadWifi, when Ad-Hoc mode is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via unspecified vectors that lead to a kernel panic in the ieee80211_input function, related to "packets coming from a 'malicious' WinXP system."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.33%

81.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MadwifiMadwifi0.9.2

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-7177?
MadWifi, when Ad-Hoc mode is used, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (system crash) via unspecified vectors that lead to a kernel panic in the ieee80211_input function, related to "packets coming from a 'malicious' WinXP system."
How severe is CVE-2006-7177?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-7177 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.33% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-7177?
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