CVE-2006-0396

CVE-2006-0396 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 11% places it in the 95th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in Mail in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 up to 10.4.5, when patched with Security Update 2006-001, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Real Name value in an e-mail attachment sent in AppleDouble format, which triggers the overflow when the user double-clicks on an attachment.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2006-0396?
Buffer overflow in Mail in Apple Mac OS X 10.4 up to 10.4.5, when patched with Security Update 2006-001, allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long Real Name value in an e-mail attachment sent in AppleDouble format, which triggers the overflow when the user double-clicks on an attachment.
How severe is CVE-2006-0396?
CVE-2006-0396 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2006-0396 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 11% (95th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2006-0396?
CVE-2006-0396 primarily affects Apple Mac Os X. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0396?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2006-0396 published?
CVE-2006-0396 was published on 2006-03-14 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

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