CVE-2006-2480: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-2480: Format string vulnerability in Dia 0.94 allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash)...

Format string vulnerability in Dia 0.94 allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code by triggering errors or warnings, as demonstrated via format string specifiers in a .bmp filename. NOTE: the original exploit was demonstrated through a command line argument, but there are other mechanisms for input that are automatically processed by Dia, such as a crafted .dia file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 17:51 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Dia 0.94 could crash, and possibly run attacker-controlled code, when it handled specially crafted input such as a malicious filename or Dia document. This is mainly a legacy desktop-software risk and appears user-assisted, not a remotely exposed service issue. Exposure is most likely on old Linux or Unix workstations, build images, or archival systems still running Dia 0.94 or vulnerable distro packages. Risk increases where users open untrusted diagram files, imported assets, or filenames from external sources. Prioritize remediation where Dia exists on user workstations handling external files. This is not a broad internet-facing emergency from the supplied evidence, but possible code execution in legacy desktop software warrants cleanup during vulnerability management. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for Dia 0.94 or vulnerable distribution packages.; Apply relevant vendor updates from supported distribution channels.; Remove Dia from systems that do not require diagram editing..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 12:43 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 19, 2006, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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oval:org.mitre.oval:def:11224CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
USN-286-1CVE reference · vendor-advisory, x_refsource_UBUNTU

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