CVE-2006-4394: High severity apple mac os x vulnerability

Published Oct 3, 2006
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Updated

A logic error in LoginWindow in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 through 10.4.7, allows network accounts without GUIds to bypass service access controls and log into the system using loginwindow via unknown vectors.

Affected Software

8 affected components
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.3
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.1
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.7
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.6
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.5
Apple iOS and macOS=10.4.2

Event History

Oct 3, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:02 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-4394?

CVE-2006-4394 is considered a critical vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access to the system.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-4394?

To fix CVE-2006-4394, update your system to the latest version of Mac OS X available prior to 10.4.7.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2006-4394?

CVE-2006-4394 affects Apple Mac OS X versions 10.4 through 10.4.7.

4

Can CVE-2006-4394 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2006-4394 can potentially be exploited remotely by attackers who can access the login window.

5

What are the symptoms of exploitation of CVE-2006-4394?

The main symptom of exploitation of CVE-2006-4394 is unauthorized login access to the system without proper credentials.

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