CVE-2008-1761: Critical severity web browser for android vulnerability
Published 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.
Affected Software
9 affected components
Opera Opera=9.02
Opera Opera=9.24
Opera Opera=9.23
Opera Opera=9.22
Opera Opera=9.20
Opera Opera<=9.26
Opera Opera=9.25
Opera Opera=9.10
Opera Opera=9.21
Remediation
Patch Available
Patch Available
Event History
Apr 12, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
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.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-1761?
To fix CVE-2008-1761, upgrade Opera to version 9.27 or later.
3
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.
4
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.
5
Who can exploit CVE-2008-1761?
CVE-2008-1761 can be exploited by remote attackers through a crafted newsfeed source.