CVE-2006-6395: Multiple memory leaks in Ulrik Petersen Emdros Database Engine before 1.2.0.pre231 allow local users to cau...

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CVE-2006-6395 is an old local denial-of-service issue in Emdros Database Engine. The reported problem is memory leakage that can let a local user consume system memory. The bundle does not show remote exploitation, active exploitation, CVSS scoring, or detailed attack vectors. Exposure is most likely on legacy systems running Emdros Database Engine versions before 1.2.0.pre231, especially shared hosts where untrusted local users can execute code or interact with the database engine. Treat this as routine legacy risk unless Emdros runs on a shared system with untrusted local users. Business impact is availability loss, not data theft, based on the provided sources. Mitigation focus: Check whether Emdros Database Engine is installed anywhere in the environment.; Upgrade Emdros to 1.2.0.pre231 or later if vendor guidance confirms applicability.; Restrict local access to trusted users on systems running affected versions..

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Jun 29, 2026, 08:58 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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