CVE-2008-2287

CVE-2008-2287 is a high-severity vulnerability in Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 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-264.

Key facts

• Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
• EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (27th percentile)
• Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
• Weakness: CWE-264
• Affected product: Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution
• Published: 2008-05-18
• Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x and 6.9.x before 6.9.176 does not properly protect the install directory, which might allow local users to gain privileges by replacing an application component with a Trojan horse.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2287?

Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x and 6.9.x before 6.9.176 does not properly protect the install directory, which might allow local users to gain privileges by replacing an application component with a Trojan horse.

How severe is CVE-2008-2287?

CVE-2008-2287 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-2287 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (27th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-2287?

CVE-2008-2287 primarily affects Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2287?

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-2008-2287 published?

CVE-2008-2287 was published on 2008-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

• http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=122167472229965&w=2
• http://secunia.com/advisories/30261
• http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/29197
• http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1020024
• http://www.symantec.com/avcenter/security/Content/2008.05.14a.html
• http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/1542/references
• https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/42442

Affected products (2)

• cpe:2.3:a:symantec:altiris_deployment_solution:6.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
• cpe:2.3:a:symantec:altiris_deployment_solution:6.9:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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