CVE-2006-6306

CVE-2006-6306 is a low-severity vulnerability in Novell Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Format string vulnerability in Novell Modular Authentication Services (NMAS) in the Novell Client 4.91 SP2 and SP3 allows users with physical access to read stack and memory contents via format string specifiers in the Username field of the logon window.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-6306?
Format string vulnerability in Novell Modular Authentication Services (NMAS) in the Novell Client 4.91 SP2 and SP3 allows users with physical access to read stack and memory contents via format string specifiers in the Username field of the logon window.
How severe is CVE-2006-6306?
CVE-2006-6306 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.2, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2006-6306 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-6306?
CVE-2006-6306 primarily affects Novell Client. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6306?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-6306 published?
CVE-2006-6306 was published on 2006-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

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