CVE-2009-1710

CVE-2009-1710 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Safari with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 allows remote attackers to spoof the browser's display of (1) the host name, (2) security indicators, and unspecified other UI elements via a custom cursor in conjunction with a modified CSS3 hotspot property.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2009-1710?
WebKit in Apple Safari before 4.0 allows remote attackers to spoof the browser's display of (1) the host name, (2) security indicators, and unspecified other UI elements via a custom cursor in conjunction with a modified CSS3 hotspot property.
How severe is CVE-2009-1710?
CVE-2009-1710 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2009-1710 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2009-1710?
CVE-2009-1710 primarily affects Apple Safari. In total, 34 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2009-1710?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2009-1710 published?
CVE-2009-1710 was published on 2009-06-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (34)

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