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CVE-2008-4540

UnknownEPSS 1.98%

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CVE-2008-4540 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Windows Mobile 6 on the HTC Hermes device makes WLAN passwords available to an auto-completion mechanism for the password input field, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass password authentication and obtain WLAN access.. EPSS estimates a 1.98% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Windows Mobile 6 on the HTC Hermes device makes WLAN passwords available to an auto-completion mechanism for the password input field, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass password authentication and obtain WLAN access.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.98%

78.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
MicrosoftWindows Mobile6.0

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4540?
Windows Mobile 6 on the HTC Hermes device makes WLAN passwords available to an auto-completion mechanism for the password input field, which allows physically proximate attackers to bypass password authentication and obtain WLAN access.
How severe is CVE-2008-4540?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4540 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.98% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4540?
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