CVE-2009-0144

Name: CVE-2009-0144
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-05-13T15:30:00.25+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.54%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-0144 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CFNetwork in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 does not properly parse noncompliant Set-Cookie headers, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network for "secure cookies" that are sent over unencrypted HTTP connections.. EPSS estimates a 1.54% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CFNetwork in Apple Mac OS X 10.5 before 10.5.7 does not properly parse noncompliant Set-Cookie headers, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by sniffing the network for "secure cookies" that are sent over unencrypted HTTP connections.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.54%

71.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-16

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.6
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.2
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.5
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.2
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.3
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.6

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34926
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022214
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50479
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/May/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/35074
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3549Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34926
http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022214
http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA09-133A.htmlUS Government Resource
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1297
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/50479

Timeline

Published: May 13, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0144?

How severe is CVE-2009-0144?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0144 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.54% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0144?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

Are you affected by CVE-2009-0144?

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Source: NVD / NIST