How severe is CVE-2008-0973?

CVE-2008-0973 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-0973 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-0973?

CVE-2008-0973 primarily affects Double-take Software Double-take. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-0973?

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-2008-0973 published?

CVE-2008-0973 was published on 2008-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-0973

CVE-2008-0973 is a high-severity vulnerability in Double-take Software Double-take 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-119.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (77th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Double-take Software Double-take
Published: 2008-02-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Buffer overflow in Double-Take (aka HP StorageWorks Storage Mirroring) 4.5.0.1629, and other 4.5.0.x versions, allows remote attackers to have an unknown impact via a packet with a long string in the username field.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-0973?: Buffer overflow in Double-Take (aka HP StorageWorks Storage Mirroring) 4.5.0.1629, and other 4.5.0.x versions, allows remote attackers to have an unknown impact via a packet with a long string in the username field.
How severe is CVE-2008-0973?: CVE-2008-0973 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-0973 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (77th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-0973?: CVE-2008-0973 primarily affects Double-take Software Double-take. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-0973?: 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-2008-0973 published?: CVE-2008-0973 was published on 2008-02-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:double-take_software:double-take:4.5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:double-take_software:double-take:5.0.0.2865:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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