Vulnerability Description
Buffer overflow in Google Earth v4.0.2091 (beta) allows remote user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a KML or KMZ file with a long href element.
CVSS Score
7.1
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:N/I:N/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Earth | 4.0.2091 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=116068034629718&w=2Not Applicable
- http://securitydot.net/xpl/exploits/vulnerabilities/articles/1660/exploit.htmlBroken Link
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2375Not Applicable
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/448544/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20464Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29502
- http://marc.info/?l=full-disclosure&m=116068034629718&w=2Not Applicable
- http://securitydot.net/xpl/exploits/vulnerabilities/articles/1660/exploit.htmlBroken Link
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/2375Not Applicable
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/448544/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20464Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29502
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-7157?
CVE-2006-7157 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.1 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in Google Earth v4.0.2091 (beta) allows remote user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a KML or KMZ file with a long href element.
How severe is CVE-2006-7157?
CVE-2006-7157 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-7157?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Earth.