How severe is CVE-2008-0932?

CVE-2008-0932 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0932 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0932?

CVE-2008-0932 primarily affects The Sword Project Diatheke Front End. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0932?

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-2008-0932 published?

CVE-2008-0932 was published on 2008-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0932

CVE-2008-0932 is a high-severity vulnerability in The Sword Project Diatheke Front End 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (85th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: The Sword Project Diatheke Front End
Published: 2008-02-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

diatheke.pl in The SWORD Project Diatheke 1.5.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the range parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0932?: diatheke.pl in The SWORD Project Diatheke 1.5.9 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in the range parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-0932?: CVE-2008-0932 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0932 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0932?: CVE-2008-0932 primarily affects The Sword Project Diatheke Front End. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0932?: 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-2008-0932 published?: CVE-2008-0932 was published on 2008-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:the_sword_project:diatheke_front_end:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:the_sword_project:sword:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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