Vulnerability Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in extract_chmLib example program in CHM Lib (chmlib) before 0.38 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a CHM archive containing files with a .. (dot dot) in their filename.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jed Wing | Chm Lib | <= 0.37 |
References
- http://morte.jedrea.com/~jedwin/projects/chmlib/Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20734PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21406
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016343
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1144
- http://www.osvdb.org/26636
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18511Patch
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2430
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27278
- http://morte.jedrea.com/~jedwin/projects/chmlib/Patch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20734PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21406
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016343
- http://www.debian.org/security/2006/dsa-1144
- http://www.osvdb.org/26636
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-3178?
CVE-2006-3178 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Directory traversal vulnerability in extract_chmLib example program in CHM Lib (chmlib) before 0.38 allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a CHM archive containing files with a .. (d...
How severe is CVE-2006-3178?
CVE-2006-3178 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-3178?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jed Wing Chm Lib.