CVE-2008-0304: Buffer Overflow

Published Feb 29, 2008
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Updated

Heap-based buffer overflow in Mozilla Thunderbird before 2.0.0.12 and SeaMonkey before 1.1.8 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted external-body MIME type in an e-mail message, related to an incorrect memory allocation during message preview.

Affected Software

4 affected components
Linux Linux kernel
Microsoft Windows
Mozilla SeaMonkey<=1.1.7
Mozilla Thunderbird<=2.0.0.9

Remediation

Event History

Feb 29, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
07:44 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-0304?

CVE-2008-0304 is rated as a critical vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-0304?

To fix CVE-2008-0304, upgrade to Mozilla Thunderbird version 2.0.0.12 or later, or SeaMonkey version 1.1.8 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2008-0304?

CVE-2008-0304 affects Mozilla Thunderbird versions prior to 2.0.0.12 and SeaMonkey versions prior to 1.1.8.

4

What kind of attack can exploit CVE-2008-0304?

CVE-2008-0304 can be exploited by attackers sending crafted e-mail messages with specific external-body MIME types.

5

What are the potential consequences of CVE-2008-0304?

The consequences of CVE-2008-0304 include the ability for an attacker to execute arbitrary code on a victim's machine.

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