CWE
19
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2009-2197

First published: Thu Mar 24 2016(Updated: )

Apple Safari before 9.1 allows remote attackers to spoof the user interface via a web page that places text in a crafted context, leading to unintended use of that text within a Safari dialog.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Apple Mobile Safari<=9.0.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2009-2197?

    CVE-2009-2197 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for user interface spoofing.

  • How do I fix CVE-2009-2197?

    To fix CVE-2009-2197, update Apple Safari to version 9.1 or later.

  • What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2009-2197?

    CVE-2009-2197 allows remote attackers to spoof the user interface, potentially misleading users into interacting with malicious content.

  • Which versions of Safari are affected by CVE-2009-2197?

    CVE-2009-2197 affects all versions of Apple Safari prior to 9.1.

  • Is there a known exploit for CVE-2009-2197?

    While there may not be publicly known exploits for CVE-2009-2197, the vulnerability itself poses a significant risk for phishing and other social engineering attacks.

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