CVE-2009-2717
First published: Mon Aug 10 2009(Updated: )
The Abstract Window Toolkit (AWT) implementation in Sun Java SE 6 before Update 15 on Windows 2000 Professional does not provide a Security Warning Icon, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to trick a user into interacting unsafely with an untrusted applet.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Sun Java SE | <=6 | |
| Microsoft Windows 2000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-2717?
CVE-2009-2717 has been rated as a low severity vulnerability that can allow context-dependent attackers to deceive users.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2717?
To fix CVE-2009-2717, update to Sun Java SE 6 Update 15 or later.
Which versions of Sun Java SE are affected by CVE-2009-2717?
CVE-2009-2717 affects Sun Java SE versions prior to Update 15.
On which operating system does CVE-2009-2717 occur?
CVE-2009-2717 occurs on Windows 2000 Professional with affected Sun Java SE versions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-2717?
CVE-2009-2717 is a usability vulnerability due to the lack of a Security Warning Icon.
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