Vulnerability Description
The bundle API in CoreFoundation in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.6 loads dynamic libraries even if the client application has not directly requested it, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary code from an untrusted bundle.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016080
- http://www.osvdb.org/25586
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17951
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/26407
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016080
- http://www.osvdb.org/25586
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/17951
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-1442?
CVE-2006-1442 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The bundle API in CoreFoundation in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.6 loads dynamic libraries even if the client application has not directly requested it, which allows attackers to execute arbitrary c...
How severe is CVE-2006-1442?
CVE-2006-1442 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1442?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.