What is CVE-2008-0410?

HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c allows remote attackers to obtain configuration and usage details by using an id element such as %version% in HTTP Basic Authentication instead of a username and password, as demonstrated by placing this id element in the userinfo subcomponent of a URL.

How severe is CVE-2008-0410?

CVE-2008-0410 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2008-0410 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0410?

CVE-2008-0410 affects Hfs Http File Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0410?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2008-0410 published?

CVE-2008-0410 was published on 2008-01-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0410

CVE-2008-0410 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Hfs Http File Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. 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-287.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 5.0)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (76th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Hfs Http File Server
Published: 2008-01-29
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c allows remote attackers to obtain configuration and usage details by using an id element such as <id>%version%</id> in HTTP Basic Authentication instead of a username and password, as demonstrated by placing this id element in the userinfo subcomponent of a URL.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0410?: HTTP File Server (HFS) before 2.2c allows remote attackers to obtain configuration and usage details by using an id element such as <id>%version%</id> in HTTP Basic Authentication instead of a username and password, as demonstrated by placing this id element in the userinfo subcomponent of a URL.
How severe is CVE-2008-0410?: CVE-2008-0410 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-0410 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (76th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0410?: CVE-2008-0410 affects Hfs Http File Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0410?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-0410 published?: CVE-2008-0410 was published on 2008-01-29 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:hfs:http_file_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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