Vulnerability Description
CFNetwork in Apple Safari before 4.0 misinterprets downloaded image files as local HTML documents in unspecified circumstances, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code by placing it in an image file.
CVSS Score
9.3
HIGH
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 4.0_beta |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/55010
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022343Patch
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35344
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522PatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/55010
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022343Patch
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35344
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1704?
CVE-2009-1704 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). CFNetwork in Apple Safari before 4.0 misinterprets downloaded image files as local HTML documents in unspecified circumstances, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary JavaScript code by pl...
How severe is CVE-2009-1704?
CVE-2009-1704 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-2009-1704?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.