Vulnerability Description
WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 does not properly initialize memory for Attr DOM objects, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted HTML document.
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://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2011-01/msg00006.html
- http://osvdb.org/55015
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/36790
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37746
- http://secunia.com/advisories/43068
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.debian.org/security/2009/dsa-1950
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260ExploitPatch
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35310
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-836-1
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-857-1
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522PatchVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1711?
CVE-2009-1711 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.3 (HIGH). WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 does not properly initialize memory for Attr DOM objects, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via...
How severe is CVE-2009-1711?
CVE-2009-1711 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-2009-1711?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.