CVE-2006-3504
First published: Thu Aug 03 2006(Updated: )
The Download Validation in LaunchServices for Apple Mac OS X 10.4.7 can identify certain HTML as "safe", which could allow attackers to execute Javascript code in local context when the "Open 'safe' files after downloading" option is enabled in Safari.
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://secunia.com/advisories/21253
- http://www.osvdb.org/27743
- 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/28146
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2006-3504?
CVE-2006-3504 has been classified as a moderate vulnerability due to the potential for executing malicious JavaScript in a local context.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3504?
To fix CVE-2006-3504, disable the 'Open 'safe' files after downloading' option in Safari or update to a later version of macOS that addresses this vulnerability.
What operating systems are affected by CVE-2006-3504?
CVE-2006-3504 affects Apple Mac OS X version 10.4.7 and Apple Mac OS X Server version 10.4.7.
What type of attack does CVE-2006-3504 facilitate?
CVE-2006-3504 can facilitate attacks through the execution of arbitrary JavaScript code when certain HTML files are identified as 'safe'.
Is CVE-2006-3504 still a concern today?
While CVE-2006-3504 is an older vulnerability, its impact can still be a concern for users running unsupported or outdated versions of macOS.
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