CVE-2008-3608

Name: CVE-2008-3608
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-09-16T23:00:01.057+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-3608 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5 through 10.5.4 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPEG image with an embedded ICC profile.. EPSS estimates a 3.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

ImageIO in Apple Mac OS X 10.4.11 and 10.5 through 10.5.4 allows context-dependent attackers to cause a denial of service (memory corruption and application crash) or execute arbitrary code via a crafted JPEG image with an embedded ICC profile.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.40%

87.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-399

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.2
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.3
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.4.11
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.1
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.2
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.3
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.4

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 16, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3608?

How severe is CVE-2008-3608?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3608 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3608?

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