CVE-2008-0438: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-0438: Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the font rendering functionality in Novemberborn sIFR 2.0.2 all...

Cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability in the font rendering functionality in Novemberborn sIFR 2.0.2 allows remote attackers to inject arbitrary web script or HTML via the txt parameter to a Flash (SWF) file, as demonstrated by fonts/FuturaLt.swf.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 07:46 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2008-0438 is a cross-site scripting issue in Novemberborn sIFR 2.0.2 font rendering. A vulnerable public SWF font file could let an attacker inject script or HTML through user-controlled text input, affecting visitors to legacy pages that still load those assets. Exposure is most likely on older websites that still host or reference Novemberborn sIFR 2.0.2 SWF font files. Modern sites that removed Flash or never used sIFR are unlikely to be affected based on the supplied sources. Prioritize if the organization maintains legacy public websites or archives that still serve Flash assets. For modern estates, this is usually a targeted cleanup item rather than an emergency unless exposed sIFR files are found. Mitigation focus: Inventory public web roots for sIFR 2.0.2 SWF font assets.; Review the Novemberborn sIFR 2.0.3 vendor reference for upgrade guidance.; Remove unused sIFR and Flash font assets from public routes..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 19:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 23, 2008, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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sifr-fontname-xss(39835)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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