CVE-2006-4513

CVE-2006-4513 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Wvware 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

Multiple integer overflows in the WV library in wvWare (formerly mswordview) before 1.2.3, as used by AbiWord, KWord, and possibly other products, allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word (DOC) file that produces (1) large LFO clfolvl values in the wvGetLFO_records function or (2) a large LFO nolfo value in the wvGetFLO_PLF function.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-4513?
Multiple integer overflows in the WV library in wvWare (formerly mswordview) before 1.2.3, as used by AbiWord, KWord, and possibly other products, allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Microsoft Word (DOC) file that produces (1) large LFO clfolvl values in the wvGetLFO_records function or (2) a large LFO nolfo value in the wvGetFLO_PLF function.
How severe is CVE-2006-4513?
CVE-2006-4513 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-4513 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-4513?
CVE-2006-4513 affects Wvware. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4513?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-4513 published?
CVE-2006-4513 was published on 2006-10-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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