CVE-2008-1265
CVE-2008-1265 is a high-severity vulnerability in Linksys Wrt54g with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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 7.8)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (73rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-20
- Affected product: Linksys Wrt54g
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The Linksys WRT54G router allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device restart) via a long username and password to the FTP interface.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-1265?
- The Linksys WRT54G router allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (device restart) via a long username and password to the FTP interface.
- How severe is CVE-2008-1265?
- CVE-2008-1265 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-1265 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (73rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-1265?
- CVE-2008-1265 affects Linksys Wrt54g. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-1265?
- 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-2008-1265 published?
- CVE-2008-1265 was published on 2008-03-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://www.gnucitizen.org/projects/router-hacking-challenge/
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/489009/100/0/threaded
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41127
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:h:linksys:wrt54g:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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