How severe is CVE-2008-1992?

CVE-2008-1992 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-1992 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-1992?

CVE-2008-1992 affects Acidcat Acidcat Cms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1992?

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-2008-1992 published?

CVE-2008-1992 was published on 2008-04-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-1992

CVE-2008-1992 is a high-severity vulnerability in Acidcat Acidcat Cms 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-264.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (86th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Acidcat Acidcat Cms
Published: 2008-04-27
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Acidcat CMS 3.4.1 does not properly restrict access to (1) default_mail_aspemail.asp, (2) default_mail_cdosys.asp or (3) default_mail_jmail.asp, which allows remote attackers to bypass restrictions and relay email messages with modified From, FromName, and To fields.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1992?: Acidcat CMS 3.4.1 does not properly restrict access to (1) default_mail_aspemail.asp, (2) default_mail_cdosys.asp or (3) default_mail_jmail.asp, which allows remote attackers to bypass restrictions and relay email messages with modified From, FromName, and To fields.
How severe is CVE-2008-1992?: CVE-2008-1992 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-1992 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (86th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1992?: CVE-2008-1992 affects Acidcat Acidcat Cms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1992?: 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-2008-1992 published?: CVE-2008-1992 was published on 2008-04-27 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:acidcat:acidcat_cms:3.4.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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