Vulnerability Description
Multiple integer overflows in the WV library in wvWare (formerly mswordview) before 1.2.3, as used by AbiWord, KWord, and possibly other products, allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word (DOC) file that produces (1) large LFO clfolvl values in the wvGetLFO_records function or (2) a large LFO nolfo value in the wvGetFLO_PLF function.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wvware | Wvware | <= 1.2.2 |
References
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=433
- http://labs.idefense.com/intelligence/vulnerabilities/display.php?id=434
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22595Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22680
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22705
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23273
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23335
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200612-01.xml
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017126
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2006:202
- http://www.novell.com/linux/security/advisories/2006_28_sr.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20761
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/usn-374-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4221
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29833
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4513?
CVE-2006-4513 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Multiple integer overflows in the WV library in wvWare (formerly mswordview) before 1.2.3, as used by AbiWord, KWord, and possibly other products, allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbit...
How severe is CVE-2006-4513?
CVE-2006-4513 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-4513?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wvware Wvware.