CVE-2009-1705

Name: CVE-2009-1705
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-06-10T18:00:00.657+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.31%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-1705 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. CoreGraphics in Apple Safari before 4.0 on Windows does not properly use arithmetic during automatic hinting of TrueType fonts, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via crafted font data.. EPSS estimates a 5.31% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

CoreGraphics in Apple Safari before 4.0 on Windows does not properly use arithmetic during automatic hinting of TrueType fonts, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) via crafted font data.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.31%

91.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-189

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Safari	<= 3.2.3
Apple	Safari	3.0
Apple	Safari	3.0.1
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
Apple	Safari	3.2.1
Apple	Safari	3.2.2

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/54974
http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit, Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35308
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/jun/msg00002.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://osvdb.org/54974
http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit, Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35308
http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1522Patch, Vendor Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jun 10, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-1705?

How severe is CVE-2009-1705?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-1705 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.31% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1705?

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