CVE-2008-2303
First published: Mon Jul 14 2008(Updated: )
Integer signedness error in Safari on Apple iPhone before 2.0 and iPod touch before 2.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service (application crash) via vectors involving JavaScript array indices that trigger an out-of-bounds access, a different vulnerability than CVE-2008-2307.
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 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =1.0.1 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =1.0.2 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =1.1.1 | |
| iStyle @cosme iPhone OS | =1.1.2 | |
| Apple Mobile 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://support.apple.com/kb/HT3298
- http://lists.apple.com/archives/security-announce//2008/Nov/msg00001.html
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2094/references
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32706
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43736
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-2303?
CVE-2008-2303 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow remote code execution or crash applications.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2303?
To fix CVE-2008-2303, users should update their Safari browser to a version that has addressed this vulnerability.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2008-2303?
CVE-2008-2303 affects Safari on Apple iPhone and iPod touch running versions prior to 2.0.
What are the possible impacts of CVE-2008-2303?
The impacts of CVE-2008-2303 can include arbitrary code execution and denial of service through application crashes.
Who discovered CVE-2008-2303?
CVE-2008-2303 was discovered by security researchers focusing on vulnerabilities in software applications.
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