Vulnerability Description
WebKit in Apple Safari before 5.0.4, when the Web Inspector is used, does not properly handle the window.console._inspectorCommandLineAPI property, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to bypass the Same Origin Policy and conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via a crafted web site.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 5.0.3 |
| Apple | Webkit | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46809
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025183
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66006
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2011//Mar/msg00004.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4566Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/46809
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1025183
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/66006
FAQ
What is CVE-2011-0169?
CVE-2011-0169 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 2.6 (LOW). WebKit in Apple Safari before 5.0.4, when the Web Inspector is used, does not properly handle the window.console._inspectorCommandLineAPI property, which allows user-assisted remote attackers to bypas...
How severe is CVE-2011-0169?
CVE-2011-0169 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 2.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2011-0169?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Apple Safari, Apple Webkit.