Buffer Overflow in Novell Netware Client Print Service
CVE-2006-5854

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Novell
Status
Netware Client
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 December 2006

What is CVE-2006-5854?

Multiple buffer overflow vulnerabilities in the spooler service (nwspool.dll) within Novell Netware Client versions 4.91 and 4.91 SP2 can be exploited by remote attackers. By sending a specially crafted argument to the EnumPrinters and OpenPrinter functions, attackers may execute arbitrary code, potentially compromising the affected system. It is crucial for users and administrators to apply available patches and mitigations to safeguard their systems against this vulnerability.

References

http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/300636
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http://www.securityfocus.com/data/vulnerabilities/exploit...
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http://www.novell.com/support/search.do?cmd=displayKC&ext...
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EPSS Score

87% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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