How severe is CVE-2008-1203?

CVE-2008-1203 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-1203 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-1203?

CVE-2008-1203 primarily affects Adobe Coldfusion. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1203?

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-2008-1203 published?

CVE-2008-1203 was published on 2008-03-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-1203

CVE-2008-1203 is a high-severity vulnerability in Adobe Coldfusion with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 15% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 15% (96th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Adobe Coldfusion
Published: 2008-03-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The administrator interface for Adobe ColdFusion 8 and ColdFusion MX7 does not log failed authentication attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks without detection.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1203?: The administrator interface for Adobe ColdFusion 8 and ColdFusion MX7 does not log failed authentication attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks without detection.
How severe is CVE-2008-1203?: CVE-2008-1203 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-1203 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1203?: CVE-2008-1203 primarily affects Adobe Coldfusion. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1203?: 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-2008-1203 published?: CVE-2008-1203 was published on 2008-03-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:adobe:coldfusion:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:adobe:coldfusion:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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