How severe is CVE-2008-2145?

CVE-2008-2145 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-2145 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-2145?

CVE-2008-2145 primarily affects Novell Client. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2145?

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-2008-2145 published?

CVE-2008-2145 was published on 2008-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-2145

CVE-2008-2145 is a high-severity vulnerability in Novell Client with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (38th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-119
Affected product: Novell Client
Published: 2008-05-12
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in Novell Client 4.91 SP4 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long username in the "forgotten password" dialog.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2145?: Stack-based buffer overflow in Novell Client 4.91 SP4 and earlier allows local users to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via a long username in the "forgotten password" dialog.
How severe is CVE-2008-2145?: CVE-2008-2145 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-2145 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-2145?: CVE-2008-2145 primarily affects Novell Client. In total, 4 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2145?: 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-2008-2145 published?: CVE-2008-2145 was published on 2008-05-12 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (4)

cpe:2.3:a:novell:client:4.91:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:client:4.91:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:client:4.91:sp3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:novell:client:4.91:sp4:*:*:*:*:*:*

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