CVE-2009-1599: Critical severity opera Opera Browser vulnerability
Opera executes DOM calls in response to a javascript: URI in the target attribute of a submit element within a form contained in an inline PDF file, which might allow remote attackers to bypass intended Adobe Acrobat JavaScript restrictions on accessing the document object, as demonstrated by a web site that permits PDF uploads by untrusted users, and therefore has a shared document.domain between the web site and this javascript: URI. NOTE: the researcher reports that Adobe's position is "a PDF file is active content."
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What is the severity of CVE-2009-1599?
CVE-2009-1599 is considered a medium severity vulnerability that can allow unauthorized access to document objects.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1599?
To fix CVE-2009-1599, users should update to the latest version of Opera and ensure Adobe Acrobat Reader is not used with vulnerable settings.
What software is affected by CVE-2009-1599?
CVE-2009-1599 affects the Opera browser and Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0.
Can CVE-2009-1599 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-1599 can be exploited remotely through specially crafted web pages.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2009-1599?
CVE-2009-1599 is associated with attacks that exploit JavaScript URI commands in PDF forms.