CVE-2006-5556

Public Exploit

Description

Buffer overflow in the localtime_r function, and certain other functions, in libc in HP-UX B.11.11 and possibly other versions allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a long TZ environment variable.

4.6

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.21%

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/2636	exploit
http://blogs.23.nu/prdelka/stories/13144/	exploit
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/29777	vdb entry
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20718	exploit vdb entry patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-5556?: CVE-2006-5556 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2006-5556?: To fix CVE-2006-5556, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2006-5556 being actively exploited in the wild?: It is possible that CVE-2006-5556 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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