CVE-2006-1840 Other in n/a

Medium 6.4 Published 19 Apr 2006 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Attackers can crash the Empire Server via format string vulnerabilities in load, spy, and bomb functions, causing denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not stated
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2006-1840?

CVE-2006-1840 is a medium-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 19 Apr 2006. It can be exploited over the network, with no action from the victim.

Official description

Multiple format string vulnerabilities in Empire Server before 4.3.1 allow attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via the (1) load, (2) spy and (3) bomb functions.

Weakness: CWE-134

Which versions are affected by CVE-2006-1840?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Empire Server Empire Server.

How do I fix CVE-2006-1840?

No fix has been published for CVE-2006-1840 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2006-1840 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2006-1840 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-hpvq-mg46-42wp.