CVE-2006-6876: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2006-6876: Buffer overflow in the fetchsms function in the SMS handling module (libsms_getsms.c) in OpenSER 1.2.0 and...

Buffer overflow in the fetchsms function in the SMS handling module (libsms_getsms.c) in OpenSER 1.2.0 and earlier allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted SMS message, triggering memory corruption when the "beginning" buffer is copied to the third (pdu) argument.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 20:42 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

OpenSER 1.2.0 and earlier reportedly has a buffer overflow in SMS handling. A remote attacker could send a crafted SMS message that crashes the service. For executives, the main confirmed business risk from this bundle is outage of affected legacy OpenSER SMS-enabled systems, not proven active compromise. Exposure is likely limited to legacy OpenSER 1.2.0 or earlier deployments using the SMS handling module. Systems without that module, without SMS processing, or no longer running OpenSER are not evidenced as affected by this bundle. Address during legacy telecom or VoIP platform risk review. Escalate if the affected SMS handling path is internet-reachable, business-critical, or part of customer-facing messaging infrastructure. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for OpenSER 1.2.0 or earlier.; Confirm whether the SMS handling module is enabled or deployed.; Check OpenSER project or vendor guidance for fixed releases or workarounds..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 08:30 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 5, 2007, 02:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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openser-sms-fetchsms-bo(31137)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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