Vulnerability Description
NSSecureTextField in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.6 does not re-enable secure event input under certain circumstances, which could allow other applications in the window session to monitor input characters and keyboard events.
CVSS Score
2.1
LOW
AV:L/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.6 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/25583
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17951
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26404
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077Vendor Advisory
- http://www.osvdb.org/25583
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17951
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26404
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-1439?
CVE-2006-1439 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.1 (LOW). NSSecureTextField in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.6 does not re-enable secure event input under certain circumstances, which could allow other applications in the window session to monitor input char...
How severe is CVE-2006-1439?
CVE-2006-1439 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1439?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.