How severe is CVE-2008-1995?

CVE-2008-1995 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-1995 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-1995?

CVE-2008-1995 primarily affects Sun Java System Directory Server. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-1995?

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-2008-1995 published?

CVE-2008-1995 was published on 2008-04-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-1995

CVE-2008-1995 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java System Directory Server 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: 2% (80th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-264
Affected product: Sun Java System Directory Server
Published: 2008-04-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Sun Java System Directory Proxy Server 6.0, 6.1, and 6.2 classifies a connection using the "bind-dn" criteria, which can cause an incorrect application of policy and allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions for the server.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-1995?: Sun Java System Directory Proxy Server 6.0, 6.1, and 6.2 classifies a connection using the "bind-dn" criteria, which can cause an incorrect application of policy and allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions for the server.
How severe is CVE-2008-1995?: CVE-2008-1995 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-1995 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-1995?: CVE-2008-1995 primarily affects Sun Java System Directory Server. In total, 3 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-1995?: 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-2008-1995 published?: CVE-2008-1995 was published on 2008-04-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (3)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_directory_server:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_directory_server:6.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_directory_server:6.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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