CVE-2006-4655: Buffer Overflow

Published Sep 9, 2006
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Updated

Buffer overflow in the Strcmp function in the XKEYBOARD extension in X Window System X11R6.4 and earlier, as used in SCO UnixWare 7.1.3 and Sun Solaris 8 through 10, allows local users to gain privileges via a long XKBCHARSET environment variable value.

Affected Software

7 affected components
SCO UnixWare=7.1.3
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=10.0
Sun Solaris=9.0
Sun Solaris=8.0
Sun Solaris=10.0

Event History

Sep 9, 2006
CVE Published
12:04 AM
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4655?

CVE-2006-4655 has a high severity due to the potential for local users to gain elevated privileges.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4655?

To fix CVE-2006-4655, ensure your system is updated with the latest patches provided by your operating system vendor.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2006-4655?

CVE-2006-4655 affects SCO UnixWare 7.1.3 and Sun Solaris versions 8 through 10.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-4655?

CVE-2006-4655 is a buffer overflow vulnerability in the Strcmp function of the XKEYBOARD extension.

5

Can CVE-2006-4655 be exploited remotely?

CVE-2006-4655 is primarily a local privilege escalation vulnerability; it cannot be exploited remotely.

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