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CVE-2008-5680

Multiple buffer overflows in Opera before 9.63 might allow (1) remote attackers ...

Critical CVSS 9.3

Overview

Multiple buffer overflows in Opera before 9.63 might allow (1) remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted text area, or allow (2) user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long host name in a file: URL. NOTE: this might overlap CVE-2008-5178.

CWE: CWE-119 Published: 2008-12-19T16:30:00.217
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🔴 CRITICAL.

  • CVSS: 9.3 (CRITICAL)
  • Detected tags: none (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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