How severe is CVE-2008-2290?

CVE-2008-2290 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-2290 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-2008-2290?

CVE-2008-2290 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-2008-2290?

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-2008-2290 published?

CVE-2008-2290 was published on 2008-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-2290

CVE-2008-2290 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

Unspecified vulnerability in the Agent user interface in Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x and 6.9.x before 6.9.176 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2290?: Unspecified vulnerability in the Agent user interface in Symantec Altiris Deployment Solution 6.8.x and 6.9.x before 6.9.176 allows local users to gain privileges via unknown attack vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-2290?: CVE-2008-2290 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-2290 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-2008-2290?: CVE-2008-2290 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-2008-2290?: 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-2008-2290 published?: CVE-2008-2290 was published on 2008-05-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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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