CVE-2008-5914 json
An unspecified function in the JavaScript implementation in Apple Safari creates and exposes a "temporary footprint" when there is a curren…
published 2009-01-20 17 y ago modified 2026-06-16 4 mo ago also EUVD-2008-5884
- cvss
- 2.1
- version 2.0, NVD
- cisa kev
- Not listed
- not in CISA's catalog
- epss
- 0.9%
- EPSS 0.9% chance of exploitation in 30 days, percentile 59%
- public exploits
- 0
- none known
Summary
An unspecified function in the JavaScript implementation in Apple Safari creates and exposes a "temporary footprint" when there is a current login to a web site, which makes it easier for remote attackers to trick a user into acting upon a spoofed pop-up message, aka an "in-session phishing attack." NOTE: as of 20090116, the only disclosure is a vague pre-advisory with no actionable information. However, because it is from a well-known researcher, it is being assigned a CVE identifier for tracking purposes.
Exploit prediction
0.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 59% of all scored CVEs (FIRST EPSS, 2026-11-08).
CVSS scores
| assigned by | version | score | vector |
|---|---|---|---|
| NVD | 2.0 | 2.1 | AV:N/AC:H/Au:S/C:N/I:P/A:N |
References
- infoworld.com /article/09/01/13/Browser_bug_could_allow_phishing_without_email_1.html
- darkreading.com /security/attacks/showArticle.jhtml?articleID=212900161
- arstechnica.com /news.ars/post/20090113-new-method-of-phishmongering-could-fool-experienced-users.html
- trusteer.com /files/In-session-phishing-advisory-2.pdf
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securityfocus.com
/bid/33276
vdb-entry
Sources
- CVE List CVE-2008-5914
- NVD CVE-2008-5914
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