CVE-2008-1611

CVE-2008-1611 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Tftp-server Winagents Tftp Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 68% places it in the 99th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in TFTP Server SP 1.4 for Windows allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a read or write request.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1611?
Stack-based buffer overflow in TFTP Server SP 1.4 for Windows allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service or execute arbitrary code via a long filename in a read or write request.
How severe is CVE-2008-1611?
CVE-2008-1611 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-1611 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 68% (99th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1611?
CVE-2008-1611 affects Tftp-server Winagents Tftp Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1611?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-1611 published?
CVE-2008-1611 was published on 2008-04-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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