CVE-2009-2841: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-2841: The HTMLMediaElement::loadResource function in html/HTMLMediaElement.cpp in WebCore in WebKit before r49480...

The HTMLMediaElement::loadResource function in html/HTMLMediaElement.cpp in WebCore in WebKit before r49480, as used in Apple Safari before 4.0.4 on Mac OS X, does not perform the expected callbacks for HTML 5 media elements that have external URLs for media resources, which allows remote attackers to trigger sub-resource requests to arbitrary web sites via a crafted HTML document, as demonstrated by an HTML e-mail message that uses a media element for X-Confirm-Reading-To functionality, aka rdar problem 7271202.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 06:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old WebKit/Safari privacy and request-forging issue. A crafted web page or HTML email could make the browser request external media URLs without expected handling, enabling read-receipt style tracking or unwanted requests to other sites. It is not described as code execution. Primarily legacy systems running Apple Safari before 4.0.4 on Mac OS X or products embedding WebKit before r49480. Modern managed environments are unlikely to be exposed unless they retain obsolete browsers, mail clients, or embedded WebKit components. Treat as low urgency unless legacy WebKit or old Safari remains in use. Prioritize confirmation during legacy asset reviews, browser hardening, and email privacy controls rather than emergency response. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Safari/WebKit to vendor-supported fixed versions.; Retire unsupported browsers or applications embedding old WebKit builds.; Check Apple, WebKit, and OS vendor advisories for applicable packages..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Nov 13, 2009, 15:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=525791CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
safari-5media-security-bypass(54242)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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