Vulnerability Description
iPhone Mail in Apple iPhone OS, and iPhone OS for iPod touch, does not validate X.509 certificates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof arbitrary SSL e-mail servers via a crafted certificate.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Iphone Os | 1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/506428/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36370
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53234
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/506428/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36370
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53234
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-3273?
CVE-2009-3273 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). iPhone Mail in Apple iPhone OS, and iPhone OS for iPod touch, does not validate X.509 certificates, which allows man-in-the-middle attackers to spoof arbitrary SSL e-mail servers via a crafted certifi...
How severe is CVE-2009-3273?
CVE-2009-3273 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-3273?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Iphone Os.