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CVE-2006-6059

HighPublished

Buffer overflow in MA521nd5.SYS driver 5.148.724.2003 for NetGear MA521 PCMCIA adapter allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) beacon or...

Published: Nov 22, 2006
Updated: Aug 7, 2024
Assigning CNA: mitre
Evidence observed: Nov 18, 2006

Primary CVSS

10.0/ 10High

nvd · CVSS 2.0

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

EPSS probability estimate

18.9%

Moderate · next 30 days

Percentile: 97.2%
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

Buffer overflow in MA521nd5.SYS driver 5.148.724.2003 for NetGear MA521 PCMCIA adapter allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) beacon or (2) probe 802.11 frame responses with an long supported rates information element. NOTE: this issue was reported as a "memory corruption" error, but the associated exploit code suggests that it is a buffer overflow.

Sources

Netgear MA521 Wireless Driver 5.148.724 - 'Beacon Probe' Remote Buffer OverflowExploit
Laurent Butti · windows · Nov 18, 2006

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