CVE-2008-3638

Name: CVE-2008-3638
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-09-26T16:21:44.003+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 3.21%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-3638 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Java on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5 does not prevent applets from accessing file:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs.. EPSS estimates a 3.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Java on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5 does not prevent applets from accessing file:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

3.21%

86.6th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X	10.5.5
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.4
Apple	Mac Os X Server	10.5.5

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 26, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-3638?

Java on Apple Mac OS X 10.5.4 and 10.5.5 does not prevent applets from accessing file:// URLs, which allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary programs.

How severe is CVE-2008-3638?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-3638 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 3.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3638?

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-2008-3638?

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Source: NVD / NIST