Vulnerability Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in WG111v2.SYS in NetGear WG111v2 wireless adapter (USB) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long 802.11 beacon request.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netgear | Wg111V2 Driver | 5.1213.6.316 |
| Netgear | Wg111V2 | All versions |
References
- http://projects.info-pull.com/mokb/MOKB-16-11-2006.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22962Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017245
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/445753US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21126Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4560
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30370
- http://projects.info-pull.com/mokb/MOKB-16-11-2006.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22962Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017245
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/445753US Government Resource
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21126Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4560
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30370
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5972?
CVE-2006-5972 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Stack-based buffer overflow in WG111v2.SYS in NetGear WG111v2 wireless adapter (USB) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long 802.11 beacon request.
How severe is CVE-2006-5972?
CVE-2006-5972 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-2006-5972?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Netgear Wg111V2 Driver, Netgear Wg111V2.