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CVE-2012-6696: inspircd in Debian before 2.0.7 does not properly handle unsigned integers.

inspircd in Debian before 2.0.7 does not properly handle unsigned integers. NOTE: This vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix to CVE-2012-1836.

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CVE-2012-6696 affects Debian’s InspIRCd package before 2.0.7. It involves improper unsigned integer handling and was tied to an incomplete earlier fix. The provided sources do not state business impact, CVSS severity, or active exploitation, so urgency depends on whether legacy Debian InspIRCd remains deployed. Exposure is most likely limited to systems running Debian-packaged InspIRCd versions before 2.0.7. The source bundle does not identify other affected distributions, CPEs, or vendor products beyond the Debian/InspIRCd wording. Treat as a legacy exposure check rather than an emergency unless affected InspIRCd is still internet-facing. Prioritize finding old Debian IRC infrastructure and confirming it has vendor security updates. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems running InspIRCd, especially legacy Debian hosts.; Check Debian DSA-3226 and package changelogs for fixed versions.; Upgrade affected Debian InspIRCd packages to a fixed release..

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