CVE-2008-5358 Memory corruption in n/a

Critical 9.3 Published 5 Dec 2008 Updated 7 Aug 2024

Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening a crafted GIF file that triggers memory corruption in the Java splash screen.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: A user has to click or open something
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2008-5358?

CVE-2008-5358 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in Sun Jdk, published on 5 Dec 2008. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.

Official description

Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Sun JDK and JRE 6 Update 10 and earlier might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file that triggers memory corruption during display of the splash screen, possibly related to splashscreen.dll.

Weakness: CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2008-5358?

It affects 2 products.

Products include Sun Jdk, Sun Jre.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5358?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2008-5358 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2008-5358 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-92q9-fg9g-832c.