CVE-2008-4584

Name: CVE-2008-4584
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-10-15T22:45:31.227+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.72%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-4584 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Insecure method vulnerability in Chilkat Mail 7.8 ActiveX control (ChilkatCert.dll) allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a full pathname to the SaveLastError method.. EPSS estimates a 4.72% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Insecure method vulnerability in Chilkat Mail 7.8 ActiveX control (ChilkatCert.dll) allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a full pathname to the SaveLastError method.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.72%

90.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Chilkat Software	Mail	7.8

References

Timeline

Published: Oct 15, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-4584?

Insecure method vulnerability in Chilkat Mail 7.8 ActiveX control (ChilkatCert.dll) allows remote attackers to overwrite arbitrary files via a full pathname to the SaveLastError method.

How severe is CVE-2008-4584?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-4584 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.72% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4584?

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