CVE-2008-1761
First published: Sat Apr 12 2008(Updated: )
Opera before 9.27 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted newsfeed source, which triggers an invalid memory access.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Web Browser for Android | =9.02 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.24 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.23 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.22 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.20 | |
| Web Browser for Android | <=9.26 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.25 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.10 | |
| Web Browser for Android | =9.21 |
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Reference Links
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-04/msg00007.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29662
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29679
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29735
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200804-14.xml
- http://www.opera.com/docs/changelogs/linux/927/
- http://www.opera.com/support/search/view/881/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28585
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1084/references
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41625
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-1761?
CVE-2008-1761 has a medium severity level due to its potential to cause denial of service and arbitrary code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1761?
To fix CVE-2008-1761, upgrade Opera to version 9.27 or later.
What versions of Opera are affected by CVE-2008-1761?
CVE-2008-1761 affects Opera versions prior to 9.27, including 9.02 through 9.26.
Can CVE-2008-1761 lead to data loss?
While CVE-2008-1761 primarily causes a crash, there is a potential risk of data loss if the application is in use.
Who can exploit CVE-2008-1761?
CVE-2008-1761 can be exploited by remote attackers through a crafted newsfeed source.
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