Apple.Safari.document.write.Loop.DoS

description-logoDescription

This indicates an attack attempt against a denial-of-service vulnerability in Apple Safari.
This issue is caused by an error in the vulnerable software when handling Javascript that calls document.write in an infinite loop. It may allow remote attackers to crash the vulnerable software by sending a crafted web page.

affected-products-logoAffected Products

Apple Safari 3.1.1

Impact logoImpact

System Comromise: Remote attackers can crash vulnerable systems.

recomended-action-logoRecommended Actions

Upgrade to the latest version, available from the vendor's web site:
http://www.apple.com/safari/

Telemetry logoTelemetry

Coverage

IPS (Regular DB)
IPS (Extended DB)