CVE-2008-1109

CVE-2008-1109 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Gnome Evolution with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Heap-based buffer overflow in Evolution 2.22.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DESCRIPTION property in an iCalendar attachment, which is not properly handled during a reply in the calendar view (aka the Calendars window).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1109?
Heap-based buffer overflow in Evolution 2.22.1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long DESCRIPTION property in an iCalendar attachment, which is not properly handled during a reply in the calendar view (aka the Calendars window).
How severe is CVE-2008-1109?
CVE-2008-1109 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-1109 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1109?
CVE-2008-1109 affects Gnome Evolution. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1109?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-1109 published?
CVE-2008-1109 was published on 2008-06-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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