How severe is CVE-2007-2398?

CVE-2007-2398 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-2398 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-2398?

CVE-2007-2398 affects Apple Safari. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-2398?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-2398 published?

CVE-2007-2398 was published on 2007-06-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-2398

CVE-2007-2398 is a high-severity vulnerability in Apple Safari with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Apple Safari
Published: 2007-06-21
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Apple Safari 3.0.1 beta (522.12.12) on Windows allows remote attackers to modify the window title and address bar while filling the main window with arbitrary content by setting the location bar and using setTimeout() to create an event that modifies the window content, which could facilitate phishing attacks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-2398?: Apple Safari 3.0.1 beta (522.12.12) on Windows allows remote attackers to modify the window title and address bar while filling the main window with arbitrary content by setting the location bar and using setTimeout() to create an event that modifies the window content, which could facilitate phishing attacks.
How severe is CVE-2007-2398?: CVE-2007-2398 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-2398 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-2398?: CVE-2007-2398 affects Apple Safari. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-2398?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-2398 published?: CVE-2007-2398 was published on 2007-06-21 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:apple:safari:3.0.1:*:windows:*:*:*:*:*

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