CVE-2007-4390

CVE-2007-4390 is a high-severity vulnerability in Bluecat Networks Adonis with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-264.

Key facts

• Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
• EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-264
• Affected product: Bluecat Networks Adonis
• Published: 2007-08-17
• Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The Command Line Interface (CLI), aka Adonis Administration Console, on the BlueCat Networks Adonis DNS/DHCP appliance 5.0.2.8 allows local admin users to gain root privileges on the underlying operating system via shell metacharacters in a command.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-4390?

The Command Line Interface (CLI), aka Adonis Administration Console, on the BlueCat Networks Adonis DNS/DHCP appliance 5.0.2.8 allows local admin users to gain root privileges on the underlying operating system via shell metacharacters in a command.

How severe is CVE-2007-4390?

CVE-2007-4390 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-4390 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-4390?

CVE-2007-4390 affects Bluecat Networks Adonis. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-4390?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2007-4390 published?

CVE-2007-4390 was published on 2007-08-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

• http://osvdb.org/39398
• http://secunia.com/advisories/26495
• http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3025
• http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/476785/100/0/threaded
• http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/477163/100/0/threaded
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25342
• http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1018584
• https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/36082

Affected products (1)

• cpe:2.3:h:bluecat_networks:adonis:5.0.2.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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