CVE-2008-3078

CVE-2008-3078 is a high-severity vulnerability in Opera Opera Browser 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-200.

Key facts

Description

Opera before 9.51 does not properly manage memory within functions supporting the CANVAS element, which allows remote attackers to read uninitialized memory contents by using JavaScript to read a canvas image.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3078?
Opera before 9.51 does not properly manage memory within functions supporting the CANVAS element, which allows remote attackers to read uninitialized memory contents by using JavaScript to read a canvas image.
How severe is CVE-2008-3078?
CVE-2008-3078 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-3078 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3078?
CVE-2008-3078 primarily affects Opera Opera Browser. In total, 108 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3078?
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-2008-3078 published?
CVE-2008-3078 was published on 2008-07-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (108)

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