CVE-2008-5381

Name: CVE-2008-5381
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-09T00:30:00.347+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 4.76%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5381 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in the URL processing in ffdshow (aka ffdshow-tryout) before SVN revision 2347 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.. EPSS estimates a 4.76% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in the URL processing in ffdshow (aka ffdshow-tryout) before SVN revision 2347 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

4.76%

90.8th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Ffdshow-Tryout	Ffdshow	All versions

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 9, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5381?

Buffer overflow in the URL processing in ffdshow (aka ffdshow-tryout) before SVN revision 2347 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long URL.

How severe is CVE-2008-5381?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5381 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 4.76% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5381?

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.

Are you affected by CVE-2008-5381?

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Source: NVD / NIST