Vulnerability Description
MySQL Manager in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.6, when setting up a new MySQL database server, does not use the "New MySQL root password" that is provided, which causes the MySQL root password to be blank and allows local users to gain full privileges to that database.
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?1016077
- http://www.osvdb.org/25595
- 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/26420
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/May/msg00003.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016077
- http://www.osvdb.org/25595
- 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-2006-1451?
CVE-2006-1451 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). MySQL Manager in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.6, when setting up a new MySQL database server, does not use the "New MySQL root password" that is provided, which causes the MySQL root password to be ...
How severe is CVE-2006-1451?
CVE-2006-1451 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1451?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.