How severe is CVE-2008-0097?

CVE-2008-0097 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0097 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0097?

CVE-2008-0097 affects Georgia Softworks Ssh2 Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0097?

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-2008-0097 published?

CVE-2008-0097 was published on 2008-01-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0097

CVE-2008-0097 is a high-severity vulnerability in Georgia Softworks Ssh2 Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Georgia Softworks Ssh2 Server
Published: 2008-01-08
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Format string vulnerability in the log function in Georgia SoftWorks SSH2 Server (GSW_SSHD) 7.01.0003 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the username field, as demonstrated by a certain LoginPassword message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0097?: Format string vulnerability in the log function in Georgia SoftWorks SSH2 Server (GSW_SSHD) 7.01.0003 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the username field, as demonstrated by a certain LoginPassword message.
How severe is CVE-2008-0097?: CVE-2008-0097 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0097 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0097?: CVE-2008-0097 affects Georgia Softworks Ssh2 Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0097?: 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-2008-0097 published?: CVE-2008-0097 was published on 2008-01-08 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:georgia_softworks:ssh2_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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