CVE-2006-5854

CVE-2006-5854 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Netware Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 57% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in the Spooler service (nwspool.dll) in Novell Netware Client 4.91 through 4.91 SP2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the (1) EnumPrinters and (2) OpenPrinter functions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-5854?
Multiple buffer overflows in the Spooler service (nwspool.dll) in Novell Netware Client 4.91 through 4.91 SP2 allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long argument to the (1) EnumPrinters and (2) OpenPrinter functions.
How severe is CVE-2006-5854?
CVE-2006-5854 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2006-5854 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 57% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-5854?
CVE-2006-5854 primarily affects Novell Netware Client. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-5854?
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-2006-5854 published?
CVE-2006-5854 was published on 2006-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

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