Vulnerability 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.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Internet Explorer | 8 |
| Microsoft | Windows Xp | All versions |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_chrome.htmlExploit
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4821
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499570/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32999
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7566
- http://retrogod.altervista.org/9sg_chrome.htmlExploit
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4821
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/499570/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32999
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/7566
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5750?
CVE-2008-5750 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.8 (MEDIUM). 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?
CVE-2008-5750 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-2008-5750?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Internet Explorer, Microsoft Windows Xp.