Vulnerability Description
LaunchServices in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.6 allows remote attackers to cause Safari to launch unsafe content via long file name extensions, which prevents Download Validation from determining which application will be used to open the file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.6 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016081
- http://www.osvdb.org/25591
- 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/26416
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016081
- http://www.osvdb.org/25591
- 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-2006-1447?
CVE-2006-1447 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). LaunchServices in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.6 allows remote attackers to cause Safari to launch unsafe content via long file name extensions, which prevents Download Validation from determining which applic...
How severe is CVE-2006-1447?
CVE-2006-1447 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1447?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.