Vulnerability Description
Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 omits high-bit URL-encoded characters when displaying the address bar, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a URL with a domain name that differs from an important domain name only in these characters, as demonstrated by using exam%A9ple.com to spoof example.com, aka MSRC ticket MSRC7900.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 6 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497825/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497827/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46235
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497825/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/497827/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/46235
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-4788?
CVE-2008-4788 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 omits high-bit URL-encoded characters when displaying the address bar, which allows remote attackers to spoof the address bar via a URL with a domain name that differs fr...
How severe is CVE-2008-4788?
CVE-2008-4788 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-4788?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer.