CVE-2008-1589: Input Validation
First published: Mon Jul 14 2008(Updated: )
Safari on Apple iPhone before 2.0 and iPod touch before 2.0 misinterprets a menu button press as user confirmation for visiting a web site with a (1) self-signed or (2) invalid certificate, which makes it easier for remote attackers to spoof web sites.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple iPhone | =1.0 | |
| Apple iPhone | =1.1.3 | |
| Apple iPhone | =1.1.4 | |
| Apple iPhone | =1.02 | |
| Apple iPod touch | =1.1 | |
| Apple iPod touch | =1.1.1 | |
| Apple iPod touch | =1.1.2 | |
| Apple iPod touch | =1.1.3 | |
| Apple iPod touch | =1.1.4 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.0.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.0.2 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.1 | |
| iPhone OS | =1.1.2 | |
| Safari |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce/2008//Jul/msg00001.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30186
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31074
- http://jvn.jp/en/jp/JVN88676089/index.html
- http://jvndb.jvn.jp/ja/contents/2008/JVNDB-2008-000039.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2094/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43734
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1589?
CVE-2008-1589 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability, which could allow remote attackers to spoof websites.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1589?
To fix CVE-2008-1589, users should update to the latest version of Safari that is compatible with their iPhone or iPod touch.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-1589?
CVE-2008-1589 affects Safari on Apple iPhone before version 2.0 and iPod touch before version 2.0.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2008-1589?
The potential impact of CVE-2008-1589 includes the ability for attackers to conduct phishing attacks by spoofing websites.
Is CVE-2008-1589 still a concern today?
CVE-2008-1589 is less of a concern today as it affects outdated devices and software that are no longer widely used.
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