CVE-2008-1628

CVE-2008-1628 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Linux Audit with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.1. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the audit_log_user_command function in lib/audit_logging.c in Linux Audit before 1.7 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command argument. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1628?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the audit_log_user_command function in lib/audit_logging.c in Linux Audit before 1.7 might allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a long command argument. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2008-1628?
CVE-2008-1628 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.1, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-1628 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (60th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1628?
CVE-2008-1628 affects Linux Audit. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1628?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-1628 published?
CVE-2008-1628 was published on 2008-04-02 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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