How severe is CVE-2008-3552?

CVE-2008-3552 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.

Is CVE-2008-3552 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-2008-3552?

CVE-2008-3552 affects Nokia Series 40. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3552?

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-2008-3552 published?

CVE-2008-3552 was published on 2008-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3552

CVE-2008-3552 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Nokia Series 40 with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Critical (CVSS 2.0 base score 10.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Nokia Series 40
Published: 2008-08-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Nokia Series 40 3rd edition FP1, and possibly later devices, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, probably related to MIDP privilege escalation and persistent MIDlets, aka "ISSUES 11-15." NOTE: as of 20080807, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, because it is from a company led by a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3552?: Multiple unspecified vulnerabilities in Nokia Series 40 3rd edition FP1, and possibly later devices, allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via unknown vectors, probably related to MIDP privilege escalation and persistent MIDlets, aka "ISSUES 11-15." NOTE: as of 20080807, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, because it is from a company led by a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
How severe is CVE-2008-3552?: CVE-2008-3552 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-3552 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-2008-3552?: CVE-2008-3552 affects Nokia Series 40. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3552?: 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-2008-3552 published?: CVE-2008-3552 was published on 2008-08-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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