CVE-2008-4071
UnknownEPSS 12.21%
Last modified
CVE-2008-4071 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. A certain ActiveX control in Adobe Acrobat 9, when used with Microsoft Windows Vista and Internet Explorer 7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash) via an src property value with an invalid acroie:// URL.. EPSS estimates a 12.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A certain ActiveX control in Adobe Acrobat 9, when used with Microsoft Windows Vista and Internet Explorer 7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash) via an src property value with an invalid acroie:// URL.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Adobe | Acrobat | 9 |
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Timeline
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- Status
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-4071?
A certain ActiveX control in Adobe Acrobat 9, when used with Microsoft Windows Vista and Internet Explorer 7, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (browser crash) via an src property value with an invalid acroie:// URL.
How severe is CVE-2008-4071?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4071 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 12.21% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4071?
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-2008-4071?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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