CVE-2008-5178

Name: CVE-2008-5178
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-11-20T15:30:00.343+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 27.88%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5178 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Heap-based buffer overflow in Opera 9.62 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long file:// URI. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-5680.. EPSS estimates a 27.88% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Opera 9.62 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long file:// URI. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-5680.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

27.88%

97.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Opera	Opera	9.62

References

Timeline

Published: Nov 20, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5178?

Heap-based buffer overflow in Opera 9.62 on Windows allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long file:// URI. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-5680.

How severe is CVE-2008-5178?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5178 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 27.88% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5178?

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