CVE-2007-3820: Low severity Konqueror vulnerability
Published Jul 17, 2007
·Updated
konqueror/konqcombo.cc in Konqueror 3.5.7 allows remote attackers to spoof the data: URI scheme in the address bar via a long URI with trailing whitespace, which prevents the beginning of the URI from being displayed.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Konqueror=3.5.7
Event History
Jul 17, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2007-3820?
CVE-2007-3820 has a moderate severity level due to its potential to allow spoofing of URIs.
2
How do I fix CVE-2007-3820?
To fix CVE-2007-3820, upgrade to a later version of Konqueror beyond 3.5.7 where the vulnerability is patched.
3
What is the impact of CVE-2007-3820 on users?
The impact of CVE-2007-3820 allows attackers to manipulate the address bar, potentially misleading users about the origin of web content.
4
Which versions of Konqueror are affected by CVE-2007-3820?
CVE-2007-3820 affects Konqueror version 3.5.7 specifically.
5
Can CVE-2007-3820 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2007-3820 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted URIs.