Vulnerability Description
Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 6 and 10.6 before Update 1 accepts expired certificates for applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an applet.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Mac Os X | 10.5.8 |
| Apple | Mac Os X Server | 10.5.8 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37581Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3969PatchVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3970PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37206Patch
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00000.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00001.htmlPatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37581Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3969PatchVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3970PatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37206Patch
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-2843?
CVE-2009-2843 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 6 and 10.6 before Update 1 accepts expired certificates for applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an applet.
How severe is CVE-2009-2843?
CVE-2009-2843 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-2843?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.