CVE-2008-2949: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2008-2949: Cross-domain vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 allows remote attackers to change the loc...

Cross-domain vulnerability in Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 allows remote attackers to change the location property of a frame via the String data type, and use a frame from a different domain to observe domain-independent events, as demonstrated by observing onkeydown events with caballero-listener. NOTE: according to Microsoft, this is a duplicate of CVE-2008-2947, possibly a different attack vector.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 09:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This issue affects Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 and 7 cross-domain frame handling. A malicious page could abuse frame location behavior to observe certain user events across domains. The provided sources do not establish active exploitation, severity scoring, or a confirmed standalone fix path. Exposure appears limited to environments where Internet Explorer 6 or 7 is still used, especially for browsing untrusted sites or legacy web applications. The source bundle lists no affected CPEs beyond the narrative IE6/IE7 statement. Treat this as a legacy-browser exposure question, not a current confirmed emergency. If IE6 or IE7 remains in use, prioritize containment or retirement because cross-domain browser flaws can undermine user and application trust boundaries. Mitigation focus: Inventory any remaining Internet Explorer 6 or 7 usage.; Check Microsoft guidance for CVE-2008-2949 and CVE-2008-2947 status.; Avoid using affected browsers for untrusted websites..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 18:52 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 30, 2008, 22:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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