How severe is CVE-2008-0162?

CVE-2008-0162 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0162 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0162?

CVE-2008-0162 affects Sam Lantinga Splitvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0162?

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-2008-0162 published?

CVE-2008-0162 was published on 2008-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0162

CVE-2008-0162 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sam Lantinga Splitvt 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: 0% (27th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Sam Lantinga Splitvt
Published: 2008-02-22
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

misc.c in splitvt 1.6.6 and earlier does not drop group privileges before executing xprop, which allows local users to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0162?: misc.c in splitvt 1.6.6 and earlier does not drop group privileges before executing xprop, which allows local users to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2008-0162?: CVE-2008-0162 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0162 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0162?: CVE-2008-0162 affects Sam Lantinga Splitvt. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0162?: 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-2008-0162 published?: CVE-2008-0162 was published on 2008-02-22 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:sam_lantinga:splitvt:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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