Vulnerability Description
The fpathconf syscall function in bsd/kern/kern_descrip.c in the Darwin kernel (XNU) 8.8.1 in Apple Mac OS X allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file descriptor with an unrecognized file type.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Opendarwin | Darwin Kernel | 8.8.1 |
References
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305214
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Mar/msg00002.html
- http://projects.info-pull.com/mokb/MOKB-09-11-2006.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/22808
- http://secunia.com/advisories/24479
- http://www.osvdb.org/30216
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/20982Exploit
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1017751
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA07-072A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/4448
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/0930
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/30152
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=305214
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2007/Mar/msg00002.html
- http://projects.info-pull.com/mokb/MOKB-09-11-2006.htmlExploitVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-5836?
CVE-2006-5836 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). The fpathconf syscall function in bsd/kern/kern_descrip.c in the Darwin kernel (XNU) 8.8.1 in Apple Mac OS X allows local users to cause a denial of service (kernel panic) and possibly execute arbitra...
How severe is CVE-2006-5836?
CVE-2006-5836 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-2006-5836?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Opendarwin Darwin Kernel.