CVE-2008-1007 Cross-site scripting in n/a
Remote attackers can execute cross-site scripting attacks in Apple Safari by exploiting a frame navigation policy flaw in Java applets.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2008-1007?
CVE-2008-1007 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in Apple Safari, published on 19 Mar 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
WebCore, as used in Apple Safari before 3.1, does not enforce the frame navigation policy for Java applets, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.
Weakness: CWE-79
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-1007?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Apple Safari.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1007?
No fix has been published for CVE-2008-1007 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Escape output for the context it lands in and set a strict Content Security Policy. Upgrading the affected component is the real fix. More about Cross-site scripting.
Is CVE-2008-1007 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-1007 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Safari
Sources
Also known as GHSA-q4fm-cwv5-w77r.