CVE-2006-3501: Integer Overflow
First published: Thu Aug 03 2006(Updated: )
Integer overflow in ImageIO for Apple Mac OS X 10.4.7 allows user-assisted attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted Radiance image.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.7 | |
| Apple macOS Server | =10.4.7 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2006//Aug/msg00000.html
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/172244
- http://secunia.com/advisories/21253
- http://www.osvdb.org/27740
- 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/28143
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3501?
CVE-2006-3501 has a medium severity rating due to potential application crashes and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3501?
The fix for CVE-2006-3501 is to update to a later version of Mac OS X that addresses this vulnerability.
What impact does CVE-2006-3501 have on system security?
CVE-2006-3501 can lead to denial of service and may allow remote code execution if exploited.
Which versions of Mac OS X are affected by CVE-2006-3501?
CVE-2006-3501 specifically affects Mac OS X version 10.4.7 and Mac OS X Server version 10.4.7.
Who can exploit CVE-2006-3501?
User-assisted attackers can exploit CVE-2006-3501 by tricking victims into opening crafted Radiance images.
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