How severe is CVE-2008-2478?

CVE-2008-2478 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-2478 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-2478?

CVE-2008-2478 primarily affects Cpanel. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-2478?

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-2008-2478 published?

CVE-2008-2478 was published on 2008-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-2478

CVE-2008-2478 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cpanel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5. 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-94.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 8.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-94
Affected product: Cpanel
Published: 2008-05-28
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

scripts/wwwacct in cPanel 11.18.6 STABLE and earlier and 11.23.1 CURRENT and earlier allows remote authenticated users with reseller privileges to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the Email address field (aka Email text box). NOTE: the vendor disputes this, stating "I'm unable to reproduce such an issue on multiple servers running different versions of cPanel.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2478?: scripts/wwwacct in cPanel 11.18.6 STABLE and earlier and 11.23.1 CURRENT and earlier allows remote authenticated users with reseller privileges to execute arbitrary code via shell metacharacters in the Email address field (aka Email text box). NOTE: the vendor disputes this, stating "I'm unable to reproduce such an issue on multiple servers running different versions of cPanel.
How severe is CVE-2008-2478?: CVE-2008-2478 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 8.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-2478 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-2478?: CVE-2008-2478 primarily affects Cpanel. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2478?: 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-2008-2478 published?: CVE-2008-2478 was published on 2008-05-28 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:cpanel:cpanel:*:stable:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:cpanel:cpanel:*:current:*:*:*:*:*:*

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