What is the severity of CVE-2006-3508?

CVE-2006-3508 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and denial of service.

How do I fix CVE-2006-3508?

To address CVE-2006-3508, Apple recommends updating to a version of Mac OS X later than 10.4.7.

What systems are affected by CVE-2006-3508?

CVE-2006-3508 affects Mac OS X 10.4.7 and Mac OS X Server 10.4.7.

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-3508?

CVE-2006-3508 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the AirPort wireless driver.

Can CVE-2006-3508 lead to privilege escalation?

Yes, CVE-2006-3508 can allow attackers to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.

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CVE-2006-3508

high

7.2

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other 119

21/9/2006

7/8/2024

CVE-2006-3508: Buffer Overflow

First published: Thu Sep 21 2006(Updated: )

Heap-based buffer overflow in the AirPort wireless driver on Apple Mac OS X 10.4.7 allows physically proximate attackers to cause a denial of service (crash), gain privileges, and execute arbitrary code via a crafted frame that is not properly handled during scan cache updates.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
macOS Yosemite	=10.4.7
Apple Mac OS X Server	=10.4.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3508?
To address CVE-2006-3508, Apple recommends updating to a version of Mac OS X later than 10.4.7.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 affects Mac OS X 10.4.7 and Mac OS X Server 10.4.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the AirPort wireless driver.
Can CVE-2006-3508 lead to privilege escalation?
Yes, CVE-2006-3508 can allow attackers to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary code execution and denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2006-3508?
To address CVE-2006-3508, Apple recommends updating to a version of Mac OS X later than 10.4.7.
What systems are affected by CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 affects Mac OS X 10.4.7 and Mac OS X Server 10.4.7.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2006-3508?
CVE-2006-3508 is a heap-based buffer overflow vulnerability in the AirPort wireless driver.
Can CVE-2006-3508 lead to privilege escalation?
Yes, CVE-2006-3508 can allow attackers to gain elevated privileges on affected systems.