How severe is CVE-2008-0893?

CVE-2008-0893 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0893 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0893?

CVE-2008-0893 primarily affects Redhat Directory Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0893?

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-2008-0893 published?

CVE-2008-0893 was published on 2008-04-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0893

CVE-2008-0893 is a high-severity vulnerability in Redhat Directory 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (79th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Redhat Directory Server
Published: 2008-04-16
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Red Hat Administration Server, as used by Red Hat Directory Server 8.0 EL4 and EL5, does not properly restrict access to CGI scripts, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative actions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0893?: Red Hat Administration Server, as used by Red Hat Directory Server 8.0 EL4 and EL5, does not properly restrict access to CGI scripts, which allows remote attackers to perform administrative actions.
How severe is CVE-2008-0893?: CVE-2008-0893 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0893 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (79th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0893?: CVE-2008-0893 primarily affects Redhat Directory Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0893?: 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-2008-0893 published?: CVE-2008-0893 was published on 2008-04-16 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:redhat:directory_server:8.0:el4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:redhat:directory_server:8.0:el5:*:*:*:*:*:*

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