Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2006-6332 is a remote code execution risk in legacy MadWifi wireless driver code before 0.9.2.1. A vulnerable wireless-capable Linux system could be compromised through unspecified remote vectors. The sources identify a fixed MadWifi release, but provide limited detail on exact attack conditions. Exposure is likely limited to older Linux systems using MadWifi versions before 0.9.2.1. Modern systems are unlikely to use this driver, but embedded, legacy, or unmaintained wireless appliances should be checked. Prioritize only where legacy MadWifi is present. For exposed wireless infrastructure or old embedded devices, remediation should be urgent because the stated impact is remote arbitrary code execution. Mitigation focus: Identify any systems using MadWifi or ath_pci-era wireless drivers.; Upgrade MadWifi to 0.9.2.1 or later where still applicable.; Apply relevant distribution security updates from SUSE, Gentoo, Ubuntu, or vendor guidance..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- madwifi-giwscan-encode-bo(30800)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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