Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the Finder in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by browsing directories containing crafted .DS_Store files.
CVSS Score
5.1
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:H/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.4.8 |
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=304829
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23155Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017304
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/258744US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/30735
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/21335
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-333A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4750
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30617
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=304829
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23155Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1017304
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/258744US Government Resource
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-4402?
CVE-2006-4402 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.1 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in the Finder in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 and earlier allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by browsing directories containing crafted .DS_Store files...
How severe is CVE-2006-4402?
CVE-2006-4402 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.1/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-4402?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X.