CVE-2008-5749: Code Injection

Published Dec 29, 2008
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Updated

DISPUTED Argument injection vulnerability in Google Chrome 1.0.154.36 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the --renderer-path option in a chromehtml: URI. NOTE: a third party disputes this issue, stating that Chrome "will ask for user permission" and "cannot launch the applet even [if] you have given out the permission."

Affected Software

4 affected components
All of the following
Google Chrome=1.0.154.36
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3
Google Chrome=1.0.154.36
Microsoft Windows XP=sp3

Event History

Dec 29, 2008
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
03:24 PM
DescriptionWeaknessAffected Software
Disputed
03:24 PM
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5749?

CVE-2008-5749 is classified as a disputed vulnerability, which could potentially allow remote code execution under certain conditions.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5749?

To mitigate CVE-2008-5749, users should update Google Chrome to a version later than 1.0.154.36.

3

Which versions of Google Chrome are affected by CVE-2008-5749?

CVE-2008-5749 specifically affects Google Chrome version 1.0.154.36 on Windows XP SP3.

4

Can CVE-2008-5749 be exploited without user interaction?

CVE-2008-5749 requires user interaction to execute arbitrary commands via the --renderer-path option.

5

Is CVE-2008-5749 specific to any operating system?

Yes, CVE-2008-5749 is specifically reported on Windows XP SP3 with Google Chrome version 1.0.154.36.

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