How severe is CVE-2008-0028?

CVE-2008-0028 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0028 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0028?

CVE-2008-0028 primarily affects Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0028?

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-2008-0028 published?

CVE-2008-0028 was published on 2008-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0028

CVE-2008-0028 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1. 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 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software
Published: 2008-01-23
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Cisco PIX 500 Series Security Appliance and 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) before 7.2(3)6 and 8.0(3), when the Time-to-Live (TTL) decrement feature is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted IP packet.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0028?: Unspecified vulnerability in Cisco PIX 500 Series Security Appliance and 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA) before 7.2(3)6 and 8.0(3), when the Time-to-Live (TTL) decrement feature is enabled, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device reload) via a crafted IP packet.
How severe is CVE-2008-0028?: CVE-2008-0028 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0028 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0028?: CVE-2008-0028 primarily affects Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance Software. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0028?: 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-2008-0028 published?: CVE-2008-0028 was published on 2008-01-23 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:o:cisco:adaptive_security_appliance_software:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:adaptive_security_appliance_software:8.0\(3\):*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:pix_firewall_software:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:cisco:pix_firewall_software:8.0\(3\):*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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