CVE-2008-5826: Input Validation
The Nokia 6131 Near Field Communication (NFC) phone with 05.12 firmware allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device crash) via (1) a large value in the payload length field in an NDEF record, or a certain length for a (2) tel: or (3) sms: NDEF URI.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2008-5826?
CVE-2008-5826 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability that can cause device crashes.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5826?
To mitigate CVE-2008-5826, ensure that your Nokia 6131 NFC phone is updated with any available firmware patches from Nokia.
What devices are affected by CVE-2008-5826?
CVE-2008-5826 specifically affects the Nokia 6131 NFC phone running firmware version 05.12.
What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2008-5826?
CVE-2008-5826 can be exploited through specially crafted NFC payloads that contain large values in the payload length field.
Is there a known workaround for CVE-2008-5826?
Currently, there are no documented workarounds for CVE-2008-5826; the best action is to update to the latest firmware.