CVE-2008-6998 describes a stack-based buffer overflow in Google Chrome versions prior to 0.2.149.29. This vulnerability could allow user-assisted remote attackers to execute arbitrary code when a user hovers over a specially crafted link with numerous path elements, triggering an overflow during status bar updates. With a CVSS score of 9.3, it is considered critical due to its network attack vector, medium complexity, and complete compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no active exploitation or Metasploit modules are reported, a Denial of Service exploit exists on ExploitDB, though community discussion and media coverage are minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
0.2.149.27CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:google:chrome:0.2.149.27:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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