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CVE-2008-5358

UnknownEPSS 7.43%

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CVE-2008-5358 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 10 and earlier might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file that triggers memory corruption during display of the splash screen, possibly related to splashscreen.dll.. EPSS estimates a 7.43% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 10 and earlier might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file that triggers memory corruption during display of the splash screen, possibly related to splashscreen.dll.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
7.43%

93.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersionsUpdate
SunJdk<= 6Update 10
SunJdk6—
SunJre<= 6Update 10
SunJre6—

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5358?
Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 10 and earlier might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file that triggers memory corruption during display of the splash screen, possibly related to splashscreen.dll.
How severe is CVE-2008-5358?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5358 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 7.43% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5358?
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