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CVE-2006-6059: Buffer overflow in MA521nd5.SYS driver 5.148.724.2003 for NetGear MA521 PCMCIA adapter allows remote attack...

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.

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CVE-2006-6059 affects an old NetGear MA521 wireless PCMCIA adapter driver. A nearby attacker could potentially trigger memory corruption through malformed 802.11 wireless management traffic and execute code on a vulnerable system. Business risk mainly exists where legacy laptops or embedded Windows systems still use this adapter and driver. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems using the NetGear MA521 PCMCIA adapter with MA521nd5.SYS 5.148.724.2003. The attack surface is local wireless proximity, not general internet exposure. Modern environments are unlikely to be affected unless old hardware remains in use. Treat this as high priority only if legacy NetGear MA521 hardware is present. For most modern environments, priority is discovery first. If affected systems exist, retire or isolate them because the issue could allow code execution from wireless proximity. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for NetGear MA521 PCMCIA adapters and MA521nd5.SYS 5.148.724.2003.; Consult NetGear, CERT, and linked advisories for any supported replacement driver guidance.; Retire or disable affected adapters where supported vendor remediation is unavailable..

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