CVE-2008-7224

Name: CVE-2008-7224
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2009-09-14T14:30:00.297+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 2.83%

Last modified Jun 16, 2026

CVE-2008-7224 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Buffer overflow in entity_cache in ELinks before 0.11.4rc0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted link.. EPSS estimates a 2.83% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Buffer overflow in entity_cache in ELinks before 0.11.4rc0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted link.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

2.83%

84.9th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-119

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Elinks	Elinks	<= 0.11.3
Elinks	Elinks	0.11.1
Elinks	Elinks	0.11.1-1
Elinks	Elinks	0.11.2

References

Timeline

Published: Sep 14, 2009
Last Modified: Jun 16, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2008-7224?

Buffer overflow in entity_cache in ELinks before 0.11.4rc0 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via a crafted link.

How severe is CVE-2008-7224?

Severity scoring for CVE-2008-7224 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.83% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2008-7224?

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-2008-7224?

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Source: NVD / NIST