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CVE-2008-4316

UnknownEPSS 0.49%

Last modified

CVE-2008-4316 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Multiple integer overflows in glib/gbase64.c in GLib before 2.20 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string that is converted either (1) from or (2) to a base64 representation.. EPSS estimates a 0.49% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Multiple integer overflows in glib/gbase64.c in GLib before 2.20 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string that is converted either (1) from or (2) to a base64 representation.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.49%

38.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
GnomeGlib<= 2.16.4
GnomeGlib2.2.1
GnomeGlib2.14.5
GnomeGlib2.14.6
GnomeGlib2.16.3

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4316?
Multiple integer overflows in glib/gbase64.c in GLib before 2.20 allow context-dependent attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long string that is converted either (1) from or (2) to a base64 representation.
How severe is CVE-2008-4316?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4316 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.49% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4316?
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