CVE-2008-5912
First published: Tue Jan 20 2009(Updated: )
An unspecified function in the JavaScript implementation in Microsoft Internet Explorer creates and exposes a "temporary footprint" when there is a current login to a web site, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick a user into acting upon a spoofed pop-up message, aka an "in-session phishing attack." NOTE: as of 20090116, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, because it is from a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft Internet Explorer |
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Reference Links
- http://www.infoworld.com/article/09/01/13/Browser_bug_could_allow_phishing_without_email_1.html
- http://www.trusteer.com/files/In-session-phishing-advisory-2.pdf
- http://arstechnica.com/news.ars/post/20090113-new-method-of-phishmongering-could-fool-experienced-users.html
- http://www.darkreading.com/security/attacks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=212900161
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/33276
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/48173
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