CVE-2008-5827: High severity Nokia 6131 Nfc vulnerability

Published Jan 2, 2009
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Updated

The Nokia 6131 Near Field Communication (NFC) phone with 05.12 firmware automatically installs software upon completing the download of a JAR file, which makes it easier for remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted URI record in an NDEF tag.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Nokia 6131 Nfc=05.12

Event History

Jan 2, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2008-5827?

CVE-2008-5827 is considered to have a high severity due to its potential for remote code execution.

2

How do I fix CVE-2008-5827?

To mitigate CVE-2008-5827, users should avoid connecting their Nokia 6131 NFC phone to untrusted networks or sources.

3

Which devices are affected by CVE-2008-5827?

CVE-2008-5827 specifically affects the Nokia 6131 NFC phone running firmware version 05.12.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2008-5827 enable?

CVE-2008-5827 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by leveraging the automatic software installation feature.

5

What could be the potential impact of exploiting CVE-2008-5827?

Exploiting CVE-2008-5827 could lead to unauthorized access to device functionalities and compromise sensitive data.

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