PatchTheCVECVE-2006-5657: Multiple off-by-one errors in src/text.c in Vilistextum before 2.6.9 have unknown impact and attack vectors.
CVE-2006-5657 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 10.0) affecting vilistextum. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Multiple off-by-one errors in src/text.c in Vilistextum before 2.6.9 have unknown impact and attack vectors.
Why this priority
- Critical severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 10.0 (High) |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.6% (top 24%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Published | 2006-11-03 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-16 |
Last updated 2026-06-16 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2006-5657?
vilistextum: upgrade to newer than 2.6.8. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2006-5657 being exploited?
CVE-2006-5657 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2006-5657 affect?
CVE-2006-5657 affects vilistextum. Severity is high (CVSS 10.0). Multiple off-by-one errors in src/text.c in Vilistextum before 2.6.9 have unknown impact and attack vectors.
How urgent is CVE-2006-5657?
Priority 54/100. Critical severity
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