Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the swask command in HP-UX B.11.11 and possibly other versions allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the -s argument. NOTE: this might be a duplicate of CVE-2006-2574, but the details relating to CVE-2006-2574 are too vague to be certain.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Hp | Hp-Ux | 11.00 |
References
- http://blogs.23.nu/prdelka/stories/13144/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20726ExploitPatch
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2635
- http://blogs.23.nu/prdelka/stories/13144/Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20726ExploitPatch
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2635
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5558?
CVE-2006-5558 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in the swask command in HP-UX B.11.11 and possibly other versions allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the -s argument. NOTE: this ...
How severe is CVE-2006-5558?
CVE-2006-5558 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-5558?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Hp Hp-Ux.