CVE-2009-0959

Name: CVE-2009-0959
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-06-19T16:30:00.25+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.51%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-0959 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The MPEG-4 video codec in Apple iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1 and iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reset) via a crafted MPEG-4 video file that triggers an "input validation issue.". EPSS estimates a 2.51% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The MPEG-4 video codec in Apple iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1 and iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2.2.1 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reset) via a crafted MPEG-4 video file that triggers an "input validation issue."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.51%

82.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-20

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Iphone Os	1.0.0
Apple	Iphone Os	1.0.1
Apple	Iphone Os	1.0.2
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.0
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.1
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.2
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.3
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.4
Apple	Iphone Os	1.1.5
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.0
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.0.2
Apple	Iphone Os	2.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.1.1
Apple	Iphone Os	2.2
Apple	Iphone Os	2.2.1
Apple	Iphone Os	All versions
Apple	Ipod Touch	All versions

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Jun/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/55237
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3639Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35414
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35433
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1621Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51211
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Jun/msg00005.htmlVendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/55237
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3639Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35414
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35433
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1621Vendor Advisory
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/51211

Timeline

Published: Jun 19, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-0959?

How severe is CVE-2009-0959?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-0959 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.51% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-0959?

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.

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Source: NVD / NIST