CVE-2007-3742
First published: Fri Aug 03 2007(Updated: )
WebKit in Apple Safari 3 Beta before Update 3.0.3, and iPhone before 1.0.1, does not properly handle the interaction between International Domain Name (IDN) support and Unicode fonts, which allows remote attackers to create a URL containing "look-alike characters" (homographs) and possibly perform phishing attacks.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone | =1.0 | |
| Apple Mobile Safari | <=3.0.2 |
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Reference Links
- http://isc.sans.org/diary.html?storyid=3214
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306173
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=306174
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/24636
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018488
- http://secunia.com/advisories/26287
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2731
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/2730
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/35716
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3742?
CVE-2007-3742 has a moderate severity rating due to the potential for phishing attacks using look-alike URLs.
How do I fix CVE-2007-3742?
To fix CVE-2007-3742, update Apple Safari to version 3.0.3 or later and update iPhone to version 1.0.1 or later.
Which versions of Apple Safari are affected by CVE-2007-3742?
Apple Safari versions before 3.0.3 are affected by CVE-2007-3742.
What type of attack does CVE-2007-3742 facilitate?
CVE-2007-3742 facilitates phishing attacks through the use of homograph URLs that mimic legitimate sites.
Do all versions of iPhone contain the vulnerability identified by CVE-2007-3742?
Only versions of iPhone prior to 1.0.1 are affected by CVE-2007-3742.
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