CVE-2009-1708

Name: CVE-2009-1708
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-06-10T18:00:00.717+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 5.42%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-1708 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent calls to the open-help-anchor URL handler by web sites, which allows remote attackers to open arbitrary local help files, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted call.. EPSS estimates a 5.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Apple Safari before 4.0 does not prevent calls to the open-help-anchor URL handler by web sites, which allows remote attackers to open arbitrary local help files, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted call.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

5.42%

91.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

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://osvdb.org/55011
http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit, Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35351
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/55011
http://secunia.com/advisories/35379Vendor Advisory
http://securitytracker.com/id?1022345
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3613Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35260Exploit, Patch
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/35351
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-2009-1708?

How severe is CVE-2009-1708?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-1708 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 5.42% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1708?

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-2009-1708?

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Source: NVD / NIST