CVE-2009-1708 Other in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 10 Jun 2009 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code or read sensitive data by tricking users into visiting a crafted website that triggers local help file execution.

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-2009-1708?

CVE-2009-1708 is a critical vulnerability in Apple Safari, published on 10 Jun 2009. 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

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.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-1708?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Apple Safari.

How do I fix CVE-2009-1708?

No fix has been published for CVE-2009-1708 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2009-1708 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-1708 in the wild and no public exploit code.

All Apple Safari vulnerabilities

Sources

Also known as GHSA-56gc-5vvf-r3w3.