CVE-2008-0985Google Android Sdk Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer

NVD

Vulnerability Summary

Heap-based buffer overflow in the GIF library in the WebKit framework for Google Android SDK m3-rc37a and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted GIF file whose logical screen height and width are different than the actual height and width.

Severity Level

UNKNOWN

Published Date

Mar 6, 2008

Last Modified

Apr 23, 2026

Exploitation Status

Public exploit available

EPSS Score (30-Day)

15.53%Probability

Root Weakness (CWE)

CWE-119: Improper Restriction of Operations within the Bounds of a Memory Buffer ↗

The product performs operations on a memory buffer, but it reads from or writes to a memory location outside the intended boundary of the buffer.

Affected & Patched Versions

Affected Versions

Google Android Sdk

Patched Versions

No patched version published yet

Until a fix ships, reduce exposure:

Restrict access to the affected service or interface to trusted networks.
Disable the affected feature if you do not need it.
Watch the vendor advisory for a firmware or software update.

What to do

Prioritize this fix. Exploit code is public, so attacks can follow quickly.

Check whether you run Google Android Sdk and which version.
No patched version is listed yet. Limit access to the affected service to trusted networks, and disable the feature if you can.
Subscribe to the vendor advisory so you learn when a fix ships.
Review logs and exposed services for signs of earlier compromise.

Timeline

Mar 6, 2008Published
Apr 23, 2026Record last modified

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CVE-2008-0986UNKNOWN · Mar 6, 2008

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