CVE-2006-4403
UnknownEPSS 3.47%
Last modified
CVE-2006-4403 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The FTP server in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 and earlier, when FTP Access is enabled, will crash when a login failure occurs with a valid user name, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and enumerate valid usernames.. EPSS estimates a 3.47% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The FTP server in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 and earlier, when FTP Access is enabled, will crash when a login failure occurs with a valid user name, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and enumerate valid usernames.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | <= 10.4.8 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23155Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/371648US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-333A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://secunia.com/advisories/23155Vendor Advisory
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/371648US Government Resource
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA06-333A.htmlUS Government Resource
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2006-4403?
The FTP server in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.8 and earlier, when FTP Access is enabled, will crash when a login failure occurs with a valid user name, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and enumerate valid usernames.
How severe is CVE-2006-4403?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-4403 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.47% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-4403?
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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