CVE-2006-2083

CVE-2006-2083 is a high-severity vulnerability in Andrew Tridgell Rsync 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

Integer overflow in the receive_xattr function in the extended attributes patch (xattr.c) for rsync before 2.6.8 might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted extended attributes that trigger a buffer overflow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-2083?
Integer overflow in the receive_xattr function in the extended attributes patch (xattr.c) for rsync before 2.6.8 might allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted extended attributes that trigger a buffer overflow.
How severe is CVE-2006-2083?
CVE-2006-2083 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-2083 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-2083?
CVE-2006-2083 primarily affects Andrew Tridgell Rsync. In total, 8 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-2083?
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-2006-2083 published?
CVE-2006-2083 was published on 2006-04-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (8)

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