CVE-2008-3472

Name: CVE-2008-3472
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-10-15T00:12:15.77+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 32.58%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-3472 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not properly determine the domain or security zone of origin of web script, which allows remote attackers to bypass the intended cross-domain security policy, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted HTML document, aka "HTML Element Cross-Domain Vulnerability.". EPSS estimates a 32.58% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 does not properly determine the domain or security zone of origin of web script, which allows remote attackers to bypass the intended cross-domain security policy, and execute arbitrary code or obtain sensitive information, via a crafted HTML document, aka "HTML Element Cross-Domain Vulnerability."

Metrics

EPSS Probability

32.58%

98.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-264

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	5.01	Sp4
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	6	—
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	7	—

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 15, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3472?

How severe is CVE-2008-3472?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3472 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 32.58% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3472?

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Source: NVD / NIST