Vulnerability Description
Apple Safari before 4.0.4 does not properly implement certain (1) Open Image and (2) Open Link menu options, which allows remote attackers to read local HTML files via a crafted web site.
CVSS Score
4.3
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 4.0.3 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/59942
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37346Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3949PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36994
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023164
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3217Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54238
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://osvdb.org/59942
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37346Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3949PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36994
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1023164
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2842?
CVE-2009-2842 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Apple Safari before 4.0.4 does not properly implement certain (1) Open Image and (2) Open Link menu options, which allows remote attackers to read local HTML files via a crafted web site.
How severe is CVE-2009-2842?
CVE-2009-2842 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2842?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari.