CVE-2008-5821
First published: Fri Jan 02 2009(Updated: )
Memory leak in WebKit.dll in WebKit, as used by Apple Safari 3.2 on Windows Vista SP1, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption and browser crash) via a long ALINK attribute in a BODY element in an HTML document.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Apple Mobile Safari | =3.2 | |
| Microsoft Windows Vista | =sp1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5821?
CVE-2008-5821 has a severity rating that indicates it can cause a denial of service due to a memory leak.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5821?
To mitigate CVE-2008-5821, it is recommended to update to a newer version of Safari that addresses this vulnerability.
Which software is affected by CVE-2008-5821?
CVE-2008-5821 specifically affects Apple Safari version 3.2 on Windows Vista SP1.
What type of attack does CVE-2008-5821 involve?
CVE-2008-5821 involves a remote denial of service attack due to memory consumption caused by a long ALINK attribute.
Can CVE-2008-5821 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2008-5821 can be exploited remotely by attackers who craft malicious HTML documents.
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