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CVE-2006-5478 describes multiple stack-based buffer overflow vulnerabilities in Novell eDirectory (versions 8.8.x before 8.8.1 FTF1 and 8.x up to 8.7.3.8) and Novell NetMail (before 3.52e FTF2). The vulnerabilities can be triggered by sending a long HTTP Host header, which overflows the buffer in the BuildRedirectURL function, or by using a username containing a dot (.) character in various mail protocols (SMTP, POP, IMAP, HTTP, NMAP Netmail services).
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This repository contains a single Metasploit module (modules/exploits/windows/http/edirectory_host.rb) that exploits a stack buffer overflow vulnerability (CVE-2006-5478) in Novell eDirectory 8.8.1's web interface. The exploit targets the HTTP Host header, which is not properly validated before being used in a redirect, allowing for a SEH-based buffer overflow. The module is written in Ruby and leverages Metasploit's payload system, allowing the attacker to execute arbitrary code (such as a reverse shell) on the target system. The default target is Novell eDirectory 8.8.1 running on Windows, with the web interface accessible on TCP port 8028. The exploit is operational and can be used to gain privileged access to vulnerable systems.
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