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CVE-2006-5972

HighPublished

Stack-based buffer overflow in WG111v2.SYS in NetGear WG111v2 wireless adapter (USB) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long 802.11...

Published: Nov 18, 2006
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Jul 3, 2010

Primary CVSS

10.0/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

EPSS probability estimate

19.4%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 97.3%
Model date: Sep 21, 2026

EPSS is a statistical estimate, not a certainty or a measure of impact. Combine it with CVSS, KEV status, exposure and your environment.

Summary

Stack-based buffer overflow in WG111v2.SYS in NetGear WG111v2 wireless adapter (USB) allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long 802.11 beacon request.

Sources

Netgear WG111v2 Wireless Driver - Long Beacon Overflow (Metasploit)Exploit
Metasploit · hardware · Jul 3, 2010

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