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CVE-2008-1085

UnknownEPSS 31.93%

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CVE-2008-1085 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4, 6 through SP1, and 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted data stream that triggers memory corruption, as demonstrated using an invalid MIME-type that does not have a registered handler.. EPSS estimates a 31.93% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4, 6 through SP1, and 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted data stream that triggers memory corruption, as demonstrated using an invalid MIME-type that does not have a registered handler.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
31.93%

98.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
MicrosoftIe5.01Windows 2000 Sp4
MicrosoftIe6Windows Server 2003 Sp1
MicrosoftIe7—
MicrosoftInternet Explorer6—
MicrosoftInternet Explorer7—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-1085?
Use-after-free vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 SP4, 6 through SP1, and 7 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted data stream that triggers memory corruption, as demonstrated using an invalid MIME-type that does not have a registered handler.
How severe is CVE-2008-1085?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1085 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 31.93% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1085?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST