CVE-2008-1886
CVE-2008-1886 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cdnetworks Download Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-310.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 7% (93rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-310
- Affected product: Cdnetworks Download Client
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
The NeffyLauncher 1.0.5 ActiveX control (NeffyLauncher.dll) in CDNetworks Nefficient Download uses weak cryptography for a KeyCode that blocks unauthorized use of the control, which allows remote attackers to bypass this protection mechanism by calculating the required KeyCode. NOTE: this can be used by arbitrary web sites to host exploit code that targets this control.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-1886?
- The NeffyLauncher 1.0.5 ActiveX control (NeffyLauncher.dll) in CDNetworks Nefficient Download uses weak cryptography for a KeyCode that blocks unauthorized use of the control, which allows remote attackers to bypass this protection mechanism by calculating the required KeyCode. NOTE: this can be used by arbitrary web sites to host exploit code that targets this control.
- How severe is CVE-2008-1886?
- CVE-2008-1886 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-1886 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 7% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-1886?
- CVE-2008-1886 affects Cdnetworks Download Client. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-1886?
- 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-2008-1886 published?
- CVE-2008-1886 was published on 2008-04-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://seclists.org/bugtraq/2008/Apr/0065.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/28666
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/41933
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/5397
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:cdnetworks:download_client:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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