CVE-2006-1982
UnknownEPSS 19.88%
Last modified
CVE-2006-1982 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in the LZWDecodeVector function in Mac OS X before 10.4.6, as used in applications that use ImageIO or AppKit, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF images.. EPSS estimates a 19.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the LZWDecodeVector function in Mac OS X before 10.4.6, as used in applications that use ImageIO or AppKit, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF images.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.4.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.5 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.6 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.7 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.3.9 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.1 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.2 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.3 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.4 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.4.5 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19686Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.security-protocols.com/sp-x24-advisory.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1452Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/19686Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20077Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.security-protocols.com/sp-x24-advisory.phpPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-132A.htmlPatch, Third Party Advisory, US Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1452Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/1779Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-1982?
Heap-based buffer overflow in the LZWDecodeVector function in Mac OS X before 10.4.6, as used in applications that use ImageIO or AppKit, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via crafted TIFF images.
How severe is CVE-2006-1982?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-1982 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 19.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-1982?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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