Vulnerability Description
swfdec_load_object.c in Swfdec before 0.6.4 does not properly restrict local file access from untrusted sandboxes, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted Flash file.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Swfdec | Swfdec | <= 0.6.2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://gitweb.freedesktop.org/?p=swfdec/swfdec.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=326ee4ff631ecc
- http://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/swfdec/2008-April/001321.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29915Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28881
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41887
- http://gitweb.freedesktop.org/?p=swfdec/swfdec.git%3Ba=commit%3Bh=326ee4ff631ecc
- http://lists.freedesktop.org/archives/swfdec/2008-April/001321.htmlPatch
- http://secunia.com/advisories/29915Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28881
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41887
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-1834?
CVE-2008-1834 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). swfdec_load_object.c in Swfdec before 0.6.4 does not properly restrict local file access from untrusted sandboxes, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via a crafted Flash file.
How severe is CVE-2008-1834?
CVE-2008-1834 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-1834?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Swfdec Swfdec.