Vulnerability Description
Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent calls to the open-help-anchor URL handler by web sites, which allows remote attackers to open arbitrary local help files, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted call.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 4.0_beta |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/55011
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260ExploitPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35351
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522PatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/55011
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260ExploitPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35351
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1708?
CVE-2009-1708 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent calls to the open-help-anchor URL handler by web sites, which allows remote attackers to open arbitrary local help files, and execute arbitrary code or obtain ...
How severe is CVE-2009-1708?
CVE-2009-1708 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-2009-1708?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.