Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in the CF_syslog function launchd in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 up to 10.4.6 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers that are not properly handled in a syslog call in the logging facility, as demonstrated by using a crafted plist file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Jun/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20877Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016397
- http://www.osvdb.org/26933
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/438699/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18686
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18724
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/2566Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/27479
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Jun/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20877Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1016397
- http://www.osvdb.org/26933
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/438699/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/18686
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-1471?
CVE-2006-1471 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Format string vulnerability in the CF_syslog function launchd in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 up to 10.4.6 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers that are not properly handle...
How severe is CVE-2006-1471?
CVE-2006-1471 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-1471?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.