CVE-2006-3499
First published: Thu Aug 03 2006(Updated: )
The dynamic linker (dyld) in Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9 allows local users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified dynamic linker options that affect the use of standard error (stderr) by privileged applications.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mac OS X Server | =10.3.9 | |
| macOS Yosemite | =10.3.9 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006//Aug/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21253
- http://www.osvdb.org/27737
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/19289
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-214A.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/3101
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/28140
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3499?
CVE-2006-3499 is considered to have a moderate severity due to its potential to disclose sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3499?
To mitigate CVE-2006-3499, users should upgrade to a newer version of macOS that does not have this vulnerability.
Who is affected by CVE-2006-3499?
CVE-2006-3499 affects users of Apple Mac OS X 10.3.9, including both the standard and server editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-3499?
CVE-2006-3499 is classified as an information disclosure vulnerability in the dynamic linker.
Can CVE-2006-3499 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2006-3499 requires local access to the system for exploitation, thus it is not remotely exploitable.
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