CVE-2009-1703
UnknownEPSS 3.01%
Last modified
CVE-2009-1703 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent references to file: URLs within (1) audio and (2) video elements, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a crafted HTML document.. EPSS estimates a 3.01% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent references to file: URLs within (1) audio and (2) video elements, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a crafted HTML document.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 4.0_beta |
| Apple | Safari | 0.8 |
| Apple | Safari | 0.9 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.4 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.4 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.3 |
| Apple | Safari | <= 3.2.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.2 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Exploit, Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-1703?
WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent references to file: URLs within (1) audio and (2) video elements, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of arbitrary files via a crafted HTML document.
How severe is CVE-2009-1703?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-1703 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.01% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1703?
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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