CVE-2008-1079

CVE-2008-1079 is a high-severity vulnerability in Beehive Software Sendfile.net 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.

Key facts

Description

The outboxWriteUnsent function in FTPThread.class in SendFile.jar for Beehive Software SendFile.NET uses hard-coded credentials for an FTP server, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1079?
The outboxWriteUnsent function in FTPThread.class in SendFile.jar for Beehive Software SendFile.NET uses hard-coded credentials for an FTP server, which allows remote attackers to gain privileges.
How severe is CVE-2008-1079?
CVE-2008-1079 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-1079 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (69th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1079?
CVE-2008-1079 affects Beehive Software Sendfile.net. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1079?
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-2008-1079 published?
CVE-2008-1079 was published on 2008-03-04 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)