CVE-2009-3271: Input Validation

Published Sep 21, 2009
·
Updated

Apple Safari on iPhone OS 3.0.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via a long tel: URL in the SRC attribute of an IFRAME element.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Safari
iPhone OS=3.0.1

Event History

Sep 21, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
07:30 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3271?

CVE-2009-3271 has a medium severity rating, as it allows for denial of service attacks resulting in application crashes.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3271?

To mitigate CVE-2009-3271, users should update to a later version of Apple Safari or iPhone OS that does not include this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2009-3271?

CVE-2009-3271 specifically affects Apple Safari on iPhone OS version 3.0.1.

4

What type of attack is associated with CVE-2009-3271?

CVE-2009-3271 is associated with denial of service attacks triggered by a malicious long tel: URL in an IFRAME.

5

Can CVE-2009-3271 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2009-3271 can be exploited remotely, allowing attackers to cause application crashes from afar.

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