How severe is CVE-2008-1286?

CVE-2008-1286 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-1286 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-1286?

CVE-2008-1286 primarily affects Sun Java Web Console. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1286?

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-2008-1286 published?

CVE-2008-1286 was published on 2008-03-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-1286

CVE-2008-1286 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java Web Console 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.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (84th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Affected product: Sun Java Web Console
Published: 2008-03-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java Web Console 3.0.2, 3.0.3, and 3.0.4 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and determine the existence of files or directories via unknown vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1286?: Unspecified vulnerability in Sun Java Web Console 3.0.2, 3.0.3, and 3.0.4 allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions and determine the existence of files or directories via unknown vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-1286?: CVE-2008-1286 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-1286 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (84th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1286?: CVE-2008-1286 primarily affects Sun Java Web Console. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1286?: 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-2008-1286 published?: CVE-2008-1286 was published on 2008-03-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_web_console:3.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_web_console:3.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_web_console:3.0.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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