CVE-2006-6055

CVE-2006-6055 is a critical-severity vulnerability in D-link Dwl-g132 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in A5AGU.SYS 1.0.1.41 for the D-Link DWL-G132 wireless adapter allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a 802.11 beacon request with a long Rates information element (IE).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6055?
Stack-based buffer overflow in A5AGU.SYS 1.0.1.41 for the D-Link DWL-G132 wireless adapter allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a 802.11 beacon request with a long Rates information element (IE).
How severe is CVE-2006-6055?
CVE-2006-6055 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2006-6055 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6055?
CVE-2006-6055 affects D-link Dwl-g132. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6055?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2006-6055 published?
CVE-2006-6055 was published on 2006-11-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)