CVE-2009-2842
UnknownEPSS 1.75%
Last modified
CVE-2009-2842 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Apple Safari before 4.0.4 does not properly implement certain (1) Open Image and (2) Open Link menu options, which allows remote attackers to read local HTML files via a crafted web site.. EPSS estimates a 1.75% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Apple Safari before 4.0.4 does not properly implement certain (1) Open Image and (2) Open Link menu options, which allows remote attackers to read local HTML files via a crafted web site.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Apple | Safari | <= 4.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.0b1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.0b2 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.1.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.1.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.4 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.2.5 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 1.3.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 2.0.4 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.0b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.1b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.2b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.3b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.4 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.0.4b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.0b |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.1.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.0 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.2 |
| Apple | Safari | 3.2.3 |
| Apple | Safari | 4.0.0b |
| Apple | Safari | 4.0.1 |
| Apple | Safari | 4.0.2 |
References
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37346Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3949Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3217Vendor Advisory
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Nov/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37346Vendor Advisory
- http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3949Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/3217Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2009-2842?
Apple Safari before 4.0.4 does not properly implement certain (1) Open Image and (2) Open Link menu options, which allows remote attackers to read local HTML files via a crafted web site.
How severe is CVE-2009-2842?
Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2842 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.75% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2842?
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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