Windows Explorer Vulnerability in Microsoft Windows Vista and Server 2008
CVE-2008-1435

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Microsoft
Status
Windows Vista
Windows-nt
Vendor
CVE Published:
8 July 2008

Summary

The vulnerability in Windows Explorer allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on user machines by tricking them into opening crafted saved-search (.search-ms) files. When these files are improperly handled by the system, they can lead to unauthorized actions, putting user data and system integrity at risk. The issue affects Microsoft Windows Vista up to Service Pack 1 and Windows Server 2008, necessitating prompt updates to mitigate potential threats.

References

https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/...
vdb-entrysignaturex_refsource_OVAL
https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/security-updates/securit...
vendor-advisoryx_refsource_MS
http://secunia.com/advisories/30953
third-party-advisoryx_refsource_SECUNIA

EPSS Score

50% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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