CVE-2008-4381
First published: Thu Oct 02 2008(Updated: )
Microsoft Internet Explorer 7 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (application crash) via Javascript that calls the alert function with a URL-encoded string of a large number of invalid characters.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Internet Explorer | =5 | |
| Internet Explorer | =7 | |
| Internet Explorer | =6 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/03/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2008/10/03/8
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4345
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45639
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/496926/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/496830/100/0/threaded
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-4381?
CVE-2008-4381 has a moderate severity level as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service through application crashes.
Which versions of Internet Explorer are affected by CVE-2008-4381?
CVE-2008-4381 affects Microsoft Internet Explorer versions 5, 6, and 7.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4381?
To mitigate CVE-2008-4381, users should upgrade to a more recent version of Internet Explorer or apply relevant security patches.
What type of attack is associated with CVE-2008-4381?
CVE-2008-4381 is associated with denial of service attacks that can crash Internet Explorer.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2008-4381?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2008-4381 is to avoid executing JavaScript that could trigger the alert function with invalid characters.
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