Vulnerability Description
Heap-based buffer overflow in the GIF library in the WebKit framework for Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file whose logical screen height and width are different than the actual height and width.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Android Sdk | m3-rc37a |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2008/03/android-sdk-update-m5-rc15-releasPatch
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3727
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2148
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489135/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28005Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40998
- http://android-developers.blogspot.com/2008/03/android-sdk-update-m5-rc15-releasPatch
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3727
- http://www.coresecurity.com/?action=item&id=2148
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489135/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28005Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/40998
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-0985?
CVE-2008-0985 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). Heap-based buffer overflow in the GIF library in the WebKit framework for Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file whose logical...
How severe is CVE-2008-0985?
CVE-2008-0985 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-0985?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Google Android Sdk.