CVE-2008-1191
UnknownEPSS 3.65%
Last modified
CVE-2008-1191 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Unspecified vulnerability in Java Web Start in Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 4 and earlier allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via an untrusted application, a different issue than CVE-2008-1190, aka "The fifth issue.". EPSS estimates a 3.65% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Unspecified vulnerability in Java Web Start in Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 4 and earlier allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via an untrusted application, a different issue than CVE-2008-1190, aka "The fifth issue."
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Sun | Jdk | <= 6_update_4 |
| Sun | Jre | <= 6_update_4 |
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29239Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29273Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29582Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29858Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30676Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30780Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32018Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-233323-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-066A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0770/referencesVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1856/referencesVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29239Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29273Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29582Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29858Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30676Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/30780Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32018Vendor Advisory
- http://sunsolve.sun.com/search/document.do?assetkey=1-26-233323-1Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.us-cert.gov/cas/techalerts/TA08-066A.htmlUS Government Resource
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/0770/referencesVendor Advisory
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1856/referencesVendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-1191?
Unspecified vulnerability in Java Web Start in Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 4 and earlier allows remote attackers to create arbitrary files via an untrusted application, a different issue than CVE-2008-1190, aka "The fifth issue."
How severe is CVE-2008-1191?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-1191 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.65% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1191?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2008-1191?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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