CVE-2006-3497
First published: Wed Aug 02 2006(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in the "compression state handling" in Bom for Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 and 10.4.7 allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Zip archive.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.3.9 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006//Aug/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21253
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/514740
- http://www.osvdb.org/27735
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19289
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-214A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3101
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3497?
CVE-2006-3497 has a severity level that implies a potential denial of service and the possibility of arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3497?
To fix CVE-2006-3497, you should update your Mac OS X to the latest version available to mitigate the vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3497?
CVE-2006-3497 affects users of Apple Mac OS X versions 10.3.9 and 10.4.7, including the Server versions.
What types of attacks does CVE-2006-3497 enable?
CVE-2006-3497 enables user-assisted attackers to cause application crashes and potentially execute arbitrary code via crafted Zip archives.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2006-3497?
While there is no specific workaround for CVE-2006-3497, avoiding the use of suspicious Zip archives can reduce risk.
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