How severe is CVE-2007-5616?

CVE-2007-5616 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2007-5616 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2007-5616?

CVE-2007-5616 primarily affects Ssh Tectia Client. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2007-5616?

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-2007-5616 published?

CVE-2007-5616 was published on 2008-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2007-5616

CVE-2007-5616 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ssh Tectia Client 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (57th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Ssh Tectia Client
Published: 2008-01-09
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

ssh-signer in SSH Tectia Client and Server 5.x before 5.2.4, and 5.3.x before 5.3.6, on Unix and Linux allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-5616?: ssh-signer in SSH Tectia Client and Server 5.x before 5.2.4, and 5.3.x before 5.3.6, on Unix and Linux allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2007-5616?: CVE-2007-5616 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-5616 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (57th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-5616?: CVE-2007-5616 primarily affects Ssh Tectia Client. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-5616?: 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-2007-5616 published?: CVE-2007-5616 was published on 2008-01-09 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:ssh:tectia_client:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ssh:tectia_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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