CVE-2008-2259: Input Validation
Published Aug 13, 2008
·Updated
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not perform proper "argument validation" during print preview, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, aka "HTML Component Handling Vulnerability."
Affected Software
4 affected components
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6-sp1
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6-sp2
Microsoft Internet Explorer=7
Microsoft Internet Explorer=6
Event History
Aug 13, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2259?
CVE-2008-2259 has a high severity rating due to the potential for remote code execution.
2
How do I fix CVE-2008-2259?
To fix CVE-2008-2259, you should update Microsoft Internet Explorer to the latest version or apply the official Microsoft patches.
3
What versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2008-2259?
CVE-2008-2259 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 (SP1 and SP2) and Internet Explorer 7.
4
What is the cause of CVE-2008-2259?
CVE-2008-2259 is caused by improper argument validation during the print preview feature in Internet Explorer.
5
Can CVE-2008-2259 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-2259 can be exploited remotely by attackers through specially crafted HTML content.