Vulnerability Description
The txMozillaXSLTProcessor::TransformToDoc function in Mozilla Firefox before 3.0.8 and SeaMonkey before 1.1.16 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via an XML file with a crafted XSLT transform.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mozilla | Firefox | <= 3.0.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://blogs.zdnet.com/security/?p=3013
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-04/msg00008.htmlPatch
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2009-04/msg00009.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34471Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34486Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34505Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34510Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34511Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34521Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34527Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34549Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34550Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34792Vendor Advisory
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2009-113.htm
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1756
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1169?
CVE-2009-1169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). The txMozillaXSLTProcessor::TransformToDoc function in Mozilla Firefox before 3.0.8 and SeaMonkey before 1.1.16 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitr...
How severe is CVE-2009-1169?
CVE-2009-1169 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 9.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1169?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mozilla Firefox.