HTTP: Safari Webkit Floating Point Buffer Overflow

This signature detects attempts to exploit a known vulnerability in Apple Safari. A successful attack can lead to a buffer overflow and arbitrary remote code execution within the context of the client.

Extended Description

WebKit is prone to a remote buffer-overflow vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this issue to execute arbitrary code in the context of the application. Failed exploit attempts will result in a denial-of-service condition. Versions prior to Apple Safari 4.0.3 are vulnerable; other applications using WebKit may also be affected.

Affected Products

Apple ipod_touch,Apple safari

Short Name
HTTP:STC:SAFARI:FLOAT-BOF
Severity
Major
Recommended
False
Recommended Action
Drop
Category
HTTP
Keywords
Buffer CVE-2009-2195 Floating Overflow Point Safari Webkit bid:36023
Release Date
09/30/2010
Supported Platforms

srx-branch-12.3

srx-19.3

srx-branch-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.2

srx-branch-19.4

vsrx-19.4

mx-12.3

mx-19.4

vmx-19.4

mx-19.3

vsrx3bsd-19.4

srx-19.4

vsrx-12.3

vmx-19.3

vsrx-19.2

srx-12.3

Sigpack Version
3336
False Positive
Unknown
Vendors

Apple

CVSS Score

9.3

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