CVE-2009-2843

Name: CVE-2009-2843
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-12-08T17:30:00.5+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.11%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2009-2843 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 6 and 10.6 before Update 1 accepts expired certificates for applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an applet.. EPSS estimates a 2.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 6 and 10.6 before Update 1 accepts expired certificates for applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an applet.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.11%

79.5th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-310

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.8
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.8

References

http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/37581Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3969Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3970Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37206Patch
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00000.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2009/Dec/msg00001.htmlPatch, Vendor Advisory
http://secunia.com/advisories/37581Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3969Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3970Patch, Vendor Advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/37206Patch

Timeline

Published: Dec 8, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2009-2843?

Java for Mac OS X 10.5 before Update 6 and 10.6 before Update 1 accepts expired certificates for applets, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via an applet.

How severe is CVE-2009-2843?

Severity scoring for CVE-2009-2843 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2009-2843?

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-2009-2843?

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Source: NVD / NIST