CVE-2009-2823 Cross-site scripting in n/a
Remote attackers can execute cross-site scripting attacks on Mac OS X systems by exploiting the enabled HTTP TRACE method in the Apache server.
- 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-2009-2823?
CVE-2009-2823 is a medium-severity cross-site scripting vulnerability in Apple Mac Os X, published on 10 Nov 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
The Apache HTTP Server in Apple Mac OS X before 10.6.2 enables the HTTP TRACE method, which allows remote attackers to conduct cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks via unspecified web client software.
Weakness: CWE-79
Which versions are affected by CVE-2009-2823?
It affects 2 products.
Products include Apple Mac Os X, Apple Mac Os X Server.
How do I fix CVE-2009-2823?
No fix has been published for CVE-2009-2823 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-2009-2823 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2009-2823 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in Apple Mac Os X
Sources
Also known as GHSA-wrrr-43gq-gf8x.