CVE-2006-6144: The "mechglue" abstraction interface of the GSS-API library for Kerberos 5 1.5 through 1.5.1, as used in Ke...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw can let a remote attacker crash Kerberos-related services that use the vulnerable GSS-API library. The business impact is availability: authentication administration or dependent services may stop unexpectedly. The provided sources do not establish active exploitation or a proven data compromise path. Likely exposure is limited to environments running Kerberos 5 1.5 or 1.5.1, especially kadmind or applications linked against the affected GSS-API library. The bundle’s affected-product metadata is incomplete, so distribution-specific package checks are required. Treat as a targeted availability risk for legacy Kerberos deployments. Prioritize if Kerberos administration services are exposed or business-critical authentication depends on affected systems. Mitigation focus: Identify systems running Kerberos 5 1.5 or 1.5.1.; Prioritize kadmind hosts and exposed GSS-API-enabled services.; Check MIT Kerberos and OS vendor advisories for fixed packages..

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Jun 29, 2026, 08:16 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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