CVE-2008-0039: Code Injection
First published: Tue Feb 12 2008(Updated: )
Unspecified vulnerability in Mail in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted file:// URL.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iOS and macOS | =10.4.11 | |
| Apple Mail |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008/Feb/msg00002.html
- http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=307430
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-043B.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27736
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019361
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28891
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0495/references
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-0039?
CVE-2008-0039 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0039?
To mitigate CVE-2008-0039, users should update Apple Mail to the latest version or apply available security patches for Mac OS X 10.4.11.
What systems are affected by CVE-2008-0039?
CVE-2008-0039 affects Apple Mail on Mac OS X 10.4.11.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-0039 involve?
CVE-2008-0039 involves a remote code execution attack via a specially crafted file:// URL.
Are there any workarounds for CVE-2008-0039?
As a workaround for CVE-2008-0039, users can avoid opening suspicious emails or file links until a patch is applied.
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