CVE-2009-1708
First published: Wed Jun 10 2009(Updated: )
Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent calls to the open-help-anchor URL handler by web sites, which allows remote attackers to open arbitrary local help files, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted call.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Safari | =3.1.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =0.9 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.3.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.4 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.3.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =2.0.4 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.2.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.1 | |
| Apple Safari | <=4.0_beta | |
| Apple Safari | =3.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =2.0 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.0.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.0 | |
| Apple Safari | =2.0.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.1.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =1.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =0.8 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.1.2 | |
| Apple Safari | <=3.2.3 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.1.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.2.2 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.2.1 | |
| Apple Safari | =3.0.4 |
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Reference Links
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.html
- http://osvdb.org/55011
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35351
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-1708?
CVE-2009-1708 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1708?
To fix CVE-2009-1708, update Apple Safari to version 4.0 or later as the affected versions do not mitigate this vulnerability.
What versions of Apple Safari are affected by CVE-2009-1708?
CVE-2009-1708 affects Apple Safari versions before 4.0, including 3.1.2 through 3.2.3.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-1708?
CVE-2009-1708 is a remote code execution vulnerability that could allow attackers to open local help files.
Can CVE-2009-1708 lead to data exposure?
Yes, CVE-2009-1708 can potentially expose sensitive information through arbitrary code execution on the user's system.
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