CVE-2006-1511

CVE-2006-1511 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Microsoft .net Framework with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in the ILASM assembler in the Microsoft .NET 1.0 and 1.1 Framework might allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .il file that calls a function with a long name.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-1511?
Buffer overflow in the ILASM assembler in the Microsoft .NET 1.0 and 1.1 Framework might allow user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .il file that calls a function with a long name.
How severe is CVE-2006-1511?
CVE-2006-1511 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-1511 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-1511?
CVE-2006-1511 primarily affects Microsoft .net Framework. In total, 5 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1511?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-1511 published?
CVE-2006-1511 was published on 2006-03-30 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (5)

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