Vulnerability Description
The Abstract Window Toolkit (AWT) implementation in Sun Java SE 6 before Update 15 on X11 does not impose the intended constraint on distance from the window border to the Security Warning Icon, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to trick a user into interacting unsafely with an untrusted applet.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Java Se | 6 |
| X.Org | X11 | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://java.sun.com/javase/6/webnotes/6u15.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37386
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37460
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200911-02.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507985/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2009-0016.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3316
- http://java.sun.com/javase/6/webnotes/6u15.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37386
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37460
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200911-02.xml
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/507985/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vmware.com/security/advisories/VMSA-2009-0016.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3316
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2718?
CVE-2009-2718 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). The Abstract Window Toolkit (AWT) implementation in Sun Java SE 6 before Update 15 on X11 does not impose the intended constraint on distance from the window border to the Security Warning Icon, which...
How severe is CVE-2009-2718?
CVE-2009-2718 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2718?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Sun Java Se, X.Org X11.