How severe is CVE-2008-3876?

CVE-2008-3876 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2008-3876 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3876?

CVE-2008-3876 affects Apple Iphone. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3876?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2008-3876 published?

CVE-2008-3876 was published on 2008-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3876

CVE-2008-3876 is a low-severity vulnerability in Apple Iphone with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9. 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 1.9)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (37th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Apple Iphone
Published: 2008-09-02
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Apple iPhone 2.0.2, in some configurations, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions, and obtain sensitive information or make arbitrary use of the device, via an Emergency Call tap and a Home double-tap, followed by a tap of any contact's blue arrow.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3876?: Apple iPhone 2.0.2, in some configurations, allows physically proximate attackers to bypass intended access restrictions, and obtain sensitive information or make arbitrary use of the device, via an Emergency Call tap and a Home double-tap, followed by a tap of any contact's blue arrow.
How severe is CVE-2008-3876?: CVE-2008-3876 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 1.9, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2008-3876 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (37th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3876?: CVE-2008-3876 affects Apple Iphone. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3876?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-3876 published?: CVE-2008-3876 was published on 2008-09-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:h:apple:iphone:2.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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