CVE-2009-1600: Critical severity Apple Safari vulnerability
Apple Safari 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-2009-1600?
CVE-2009-1600 is rated as a moderate severity vulnerability that could allow an attacker to bypass JavaScript restrictions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1600?
To fix CVE-2009-1600, users should update their Safari browser and Adobe Acrobat Reader to the latest versions.
Who is affected by CVE-2009-1600?
CVE-2009-1600 affects users of Apple Safari and Adobe Acrobat Reader 7.0 when handling inline PDF files.
What exploitation risks are associated with CVE-2009-1600?
Exploitation of CVE-2009-1600 could enable remote attackers to execute unauthorized DOM calls via JavaScript within PDFs.
Is it safe to use older versions of Safari or Acrobat Reader because of CVE-2009-1600?
Using older versions of Safari or Acrobat Reader is not safe due to the potential for exploitation via CVE-2009-1600.