CVE-2008-0002

CVE-2008-0002 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Apache Tomcat with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Apache Tomcat 6.0.0 through 6.0.15 processes parameters in the context of the wrong request when an exception occurs during parameter processing, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information, as demonstrated by disconnecting during this processing in order to trigger the exception.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0002?
Apache Tomcat 6.0.0 through 6.0.15 processes parameters in the context of the wrong request when an exception occurs during parameter processing, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information, as demonstrated by disconnecting during this processing in order to trigger the exception.
How severe is CVE-2008-0002?
CVE-2008-0002 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-0002 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (91st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0002?
CVE-2008-0002 primarily affects Apache Tomcat. In total, 11 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0002?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-0002 published?
CVE-2008-0002 was published on 2008-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (11)

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