How severe is CVE-2007-5558?

CVE-2007-5558 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5558 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5558?

CVE-2007-5558 affects Lg Electronics Lg Mobile Handset. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5558?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-5558 published?

CVE-2007-5558 was published on 2007-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5558

CVE-2007-5558 is a high-severity vulnerability in Lg Electronics Lg Mobile Handset with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-189.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (72nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-189
Affected product: Lg Electronics Lg Mobile Handset
Published: 2007-10-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Integer overflow in the LG Mobile handset allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted HTTP packet. NOTE: as of 20071016, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, since it is from a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5558?: Integer overflow in the LG Mobile handset allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (reboot) via a crafted HTTP packet. NOTE: as of 20071016, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, since it is from a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
How severe is CVE-2007-5558?: CVE-2007-5558 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5558 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5558?: CVE-2007-5558 affects Lg Electronics Lg Mobile Handset. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5558?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-5558 published?: CVE-2007-5558 was published on 2007-10-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

http://www.irmplc.com/index.php/111-Vendor-Alerts

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:lg_electronics:lg_mobile_handset:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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