How severe is CVE-2008-0716?

CVE-2008-0716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2008-0716 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0716?

CVE-2008-0716 affects Symantec Altiris Notification Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0716?

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

When was CVE-2008-0716 published?

CVE-2008-0716 was published on 2008-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0716

CVE-2008-0716 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Symantec Altiris Notification Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 6.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (21st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Symantec Altiris Notification Server
Published: 2008-02-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The agent in Symantec Altiris Notification Server before 6.0 SP3 R7 allows local users to gain privileges via a "Shatter" style attack.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0716?: The agent in Symantec Altiris Notification Server before 6.0 SP3 R7 allows local users to gain privileges via a "Shatter" style attack.
How severe is CVE-2008-0716?: CVE-2008-0716 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.8, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-0716 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (21st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0716?: CVE-2008-0716 affects Symantec Altiris Notification Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0716?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-0716 published?: CVE-2008-0716 was published on 2008-02-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:symantec:altiris_notification_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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