CVE-2006-1439: Infoleak
Published May 12, 2006
·Updated
NSSecureTextField in AppKit in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.6 does not re-enable secure event input under certain circumstances, which could allow other applications in the window session to monitor input characters and keyboard events.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.6
Remediation
Event History
May 12, 2006
CVE Published
09:02 PM
May 13, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2006-1439?
CVE-2006-1439 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2006-1439?
To fix CVE-2006-1439, users should upgrade their Apple Mac OS X to a newer version that addresses this vulnerability.
3
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-1439?
CVE-2006-1439 specifically affects Apple Mac OS X version 10.4.6.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2006-1439 enable?
CVE-2006-1439 could allow unauthorized applications to monitor input characters and keyboard events.
5
When was CVE-2006-1439 disclosed?
CVE-2006-1439 was disclosed in May 2006.