CVE-2006-0474

CVE-2006-0474 is a high-severity vulnerability in Shareaza with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Multiple integer overflows in Shareaza 2.2.1.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a large packet length field, which causes an overflow in the ReadBuffer function in (a) BTPacket.cpp and (b) EDPacket.cpp, or (2) a large packet, which causes a heap-based overflow in the Write function in (c) Packet.h.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0474?
Multiple integer overflows in Shareaza 2.2.1.0 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a large packet length field, which causes an overflow in the ReadBuffer function in (a) BTPacket.cpp and (b) EDPacket.cpp, or (2) a large packet, which causes a heap-based overflow in the Write function in (c) Packet.h.
How severe is CVE-2006-0474?
CVE-2006-0474 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-0474 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0474?
CVE-2006-0474 affects Shareaza. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0474?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-0474 published?
CVE-2006-0474 was published on 2006-01-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)