CVE-2006-4006

CVE-2006-4006 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Bomberclone with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-200.

Key facts

Description

The do_gameinfo function in BomberClone 0.11.6 and earlier, and possibly other functions, does not reset the packet data size, which causes the send_pkg function (packets.c) to use this data size when sending a reply, and allows remote attackers to read portions of server memory.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4006?
The do_gameinfo function in BomberClone 0.11.6 and earlier, and possibly other functions, does not reset the packet data size, which causes the send_pkg function (packets.c) to use this data size when sending a reply, and allows remote attackers to read portions of server memory.
How severe is CVE-2006-4006?
CVE-2006-4006 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-4006 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 9% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4006?
CVE-2006-4006 primarily affects Bomberclone. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4006?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-4006 published?
CVE-2006-4006 was published on 2006-08-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

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