How severe is CVE-2008-0308?

CVE-2008-0308 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0308 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0308?

CVE-2008-0308 primarily affects Symantec Scan Engine. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0308?

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-2008-0308 published?

CVE-2008-0308 was published on 2008-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0308

CVE-2008-0308 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Scan Engine 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-399.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.1)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-399
Affected product: Symantec Scan Engine
Published: 2008-02-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Symantec Decomposer, as used in certain Symantec antivirus products including Symantec Scan Engine 5.1.2 and other versions before 5.1.6.31, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a malformed RAR file to the Internet Content Adaptation Protocol (ICAP) port (1344/tcp).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0308?: Symantec Decomposer, as used in certain Symantec antivirus products including Symantec Scan Engine 5.1.2 and other versions before 5.1.6.31, allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a malformed RAR file to the Internet Content Adaptation Protocol (ICAP) port (1344/tcp).
How severe is CVE-2008-0308?: CVE-2008-0308 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.1, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0308 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0308?: CVE-2008-0308 primarily affects Symantec Scan Engine. In total, 12 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0308?: 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-2008-0308 published?: CVE-2008-0308 was published on 2008-02-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (12)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:scan_engine:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_clearswift:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_filtering_domino_mpe:*:*:aix:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_filtering_domino_mpe:*:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_filtering_domino_mpe:*:*:solaris:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_messaging:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_microsoft_sharepoint:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_ms_isa:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_network_attached_storage:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_scan_engine:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_antivirus_scan_engine_caching:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:symantec:symantec_mail_security_exchange:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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