Vulnerability Description
Use-after-free vulnerability in Apple Safari 4.0.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by using window.open to create a popup window for a crafted HTML document, and then calling the parent window's close method, which triggers improper handling of a deleted window object.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | 4.0.5 |
| Microsoft | Windows | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://h07.w.interia.pl/Safari.rarExploit
- http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20004709-263.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39670Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1023958
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/943165US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/64482
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/39990Exploit
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/1097PatchVendor Advisory
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- http://h07.w.interia.pl/Safari.rarExploit
- http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-20004709-263.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/39670Vendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1023958
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/943165US Government Resource
- http://www.osvdb.org/64482
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-1939?
CVE-2010-1939 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.6 (HIGH). Use-after-free vulnerability in Apple Safari 4.0.5 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by using window.open to create a popup window for a crafted HTML document, and then call...
How severe is CVE-2010-1939?
CVE-2010-1939 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2010-1939?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Microsoft Windows.