CVE-2008-5750

Name: CVE-2008-5750
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2008-12-29T15:24:23.717+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 21.40%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-5750 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Argument injection vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 beta 2 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the --renderer-path option in a chromehtml: URI.. EPSS estimates a 21.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Argument injection vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 beta 2 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the --renderer-path option in a chromehtml: URI.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

21.40%

97.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-94

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions	Update
Microsoft	Internet Explorer	8	Beta2

References

Timeline

Published: Dec 29, 2008
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-5750?

Argument injection vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 8 beta 2 on Windows XP SP3 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via the --renderer-path option in a chromehtml: URI.

How severe is CVE-2008-5750?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-5750 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 21.40% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5750?

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-2008-5750?

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Source: NVD / NIST