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CVE-2008-4216

UnknownEPSS 8.63%

Last modified

CVE-2008-4216 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The plug-in interface in WebKit in Apple Safari before 3.2 does not prevent plug-ins from accessing local URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via vectors that "launch local files.". EPSS estimates a 8.63% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The plug-in interface in WebKit in Apple Safari before 3.2 does not prevent plug-ins from accessing local URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via vectors that "launch local files."

Metrics

EPSS Probability
8.63%

94.4th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
AppleSafariAll versions
AppleSafari<= 3.1.2
AppleSafari0.8
AppleSafari0.9
AppleSafari1.0
AppleSafari1.0.3
AppleSafari1.1
AppleSafari1.1.1
AppleSafari1.2
AppleSafari1.2.1
AppleSafari1.2.2
AppleSafari1.2.3
AppleSafari1.2.4
AppleSafari1.2.5
AppleSafari1.3
AppleSafari1.3.1
AppleSafari1.3.2
AppleSafari2
AppleSafari2.0
AppleSafari2.0.1
AppleSafari2.0.2
AppleSafari2.0.3
AppleSafari2.0.3_417.9.3
AppleSafari2.0.4
AppleSafari2.0.4_419.3
AppleSafari2.0_pre
AppleSafari3
AppleSafari3.0
AppleSafari3.0.1
AppleSafari3.0.2
AppleSafari3.0.3
AppleSafari3.0.4
AppleSafari3.0.4_beta
AppleSafari3.1
AppleSafari3.1.1

References

Timeline

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Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4216?
The plug-in interface in WebKit in Apple Safari before 3.2 does not prevent plug-ins from accessing local URLs, which allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via vectors that "launch local files."
How severe is CVE-2008-4216?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4216 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 8.63% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4216?
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