CVE-2006-6772 describes a format string vulnerability in the inputAnswer function of w3m versions prior to 0.5.2, specifically when used with the dump or backend options. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by embedding format string specifiers within the Common Name field of an SSL certificate for an HTTPS URL. The vulnerability carries a critical CVSS score of 9.3, indicating a network-based attack with medium complexity, requiring no authentication, and leading to complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Its FAUCET Risk Score is 90/100. Despite its severity, there is no evidence of active exploitation, nor are there publicly available exploits in Metasploit, Nuclei, or ExploitDB. Community discussion and media coverage for this CVE are minimal, suggesting a low level of public attention.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
0.5.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:w3m:w3m:0.5.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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