CVE-2006-3908: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-3908: Format string vulnerability in the flush_output function in ConsoleStreambuf.cpp in Game Network Engine (GN...

Format string vulnerability in the flush_output function in ConsoleStreambuf.cpp in Game Network Engine (GNE) 0.70 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute code via format string specifiers in unspecified vectors involving output to the gout console.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 18:48 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old vulnerability in Game Network Engine 0.70 and earlier. A remotely supplied value could be printed unsafely to the gout console, causing crashes and possibly code execution. Business impact depends entirely on whether legacy GNE code is still present in any maintained or exposed product. Likely limited to legacy software that embeds or runs Game Network Engine 0.70 or earlier. The source bundle does not identify packaged products, CPEs, operating systems, or downstream applications, so exposure requires local dependency and source review. Low immediate priority unless legacy GNE is present. If found in exposed services or supported products, prioritize remediation because the stated impact includes remote crash and possible code execution. Mitigation focus: Inventory applications for Game Network Engine or gnelib 0.70 and earlier.; Check upstream/vendor guidance and the ConsoleStreambuf.cpp r1.8 to r1.9 change.; Upgrade, patch, or remove affected legacy GNE code where confirmed..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 11:25 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jul 27, 2006, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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