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6.8

Safari on Windows can crash or run code via file

CVE-2008-1024 · published 18 years ago
Summary

Safari on Windows XP or Vista can be forced to crash, and in some cases run malicious code, when a downloaded file has a specially crafted name. Upgrade Safari to version 3.1.1 or later, or discontinue using Safari on Windows to protect your systems.

What to do

The CVE record does not list a fixed version. Check the vendor's site or the advisory links below - a fix may already be released.

Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
apple safari 3
3.1
cpe:2.3:a:apple:safari:3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
Original advisory text
Apple Safari before 3.1.1, when running on Windows XP or Vista, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file download with a crafted f...
Apple Safari before 3.1.1, when running on Windows XP or Vista, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a file download with a crafted file name, which triggers memory corruption.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
6.8 Medium
Exploitation
4% chance of attack within 30 days
Type
CWE-399Resource Management Errors
Timeline
Published17 Apr 2008
Updated24 Oct 2026
First seen29 Sep 2026
Sources
CVE-2008-1024 · NVD
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