CVE-2009-3385: High severity Mozilla SeaMonkey vulnerability
The mail component in Mozilla SeaMonkey before 1.1.19 does not properly restrict execution of scriptable plugin content, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via crafted content in an IFRAME element in an HTML e-mail message, as demonstrated by a Flash object that sends arbitrary local files during a reply or forward operation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-3385?
CVE-2009-3385 has a moderate severity rating as it allows user-assisted remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2009-3385?
To fix CVE-2009-3385, update to Mozilla SeaMonkey version 1.1.19 or later.
What versions are affected by CVE-2009-3385?
CVE-2009-3385 affects multiple versions of Mozilla SeaMonkey prior to version 1.1.19.
What type of attack does CVE-2009-3385 facilitate?
CVE-2009-3385 facilitates attacks that allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information through crafted IFRAME content in HTML emails.
Is user interaction required for CVE-2009-3385 exploit?
Yes, exploitation of CVE-2009-3385 requires user interaction to open a specially crafted email message.