CVE-2008-4508
CVE-2008-4508 is a high-severity vulnerability in Tonec Inc. Internet Download Manager 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-119.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 6% (92nd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-119
- Affected product: Tonec Inc. Internet Download Manager
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Stack-based buffer overflow in the file parsing function in Tonec Internet Download Manager, possibly 5.14 and earlier, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted AppleDouble file containing a long string. NOTE: this is probably a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-2210.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-4508?
- Stack-based buffer overflow in the file parsing function in Tonec Internet Download Manager, possibly 5.14 and earlier, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a crafted AppleDouble file containing a long string. NOTE: this is probably a different vulnerability than CVE-2005-2210.
- How severe is CVE-2008-4508?
- CVE-2008-4508 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-4508 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-2008-4508?
- CVE-2008-4508 affects Tonec Inc. Internet Download Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-4508?
- 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-2008-4508 published?
- CVE-2008-4508 was published on 2008-10-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://downloads.securityfocus.com/vulnerabilities/exploits/31603.pl
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/31603
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/45711
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:tonec_inc.:internet_download_manager:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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