CVE-2009-1692: WebKit before r41741, as used in Apple iPhone OS 1.0 through 2.2.1, iPhone OS for iPod touch 1.1 through 2....

Security readout for executives and security teams

A malicious web page could make vulnerable WebKit-based browsers or devices consume excessive memory or reset. The sources describe denial of service, not data theft or code execution. Business urgency is mainly for legacy browsers, embedded WebKit, and old mobile platforms still exposed to untrusted web content. Exposure is most plausible in legacy Apple mobile OS versions, old Safari/WebKit builds, and downstream products that embedded WebKit before r41741. Modern supported platforms are less likely exposed, but the source bundle lacks normalized CPEs, so inventory confirmation is required. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless old WebKit devices or browsers remain in business use. It can disrupt users through crashes or resets, but the provided sources do not show code execution, data compromise, or active exploitation. Mitigation focus: Apply vendor security updates that include WebKit r41741 or later.; Retire unsupported Safari, iPhone OS, iPod touch OS, and embedded WebKit builds.; Check Apple, Debian, SUSE, Palm, or product-specific advisories for update coverage..

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Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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