CVE-2008-2878

CVE-2008-2878 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Yektaweb Academic Web Tools with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Open redirect vulnerability in rss_getfile.php in Academic Web Tools (AWT YEKTA) 1.4.3.1, and 1.4.2.8 and earlier, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a URL in the file parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-2878?
Open redirect vulnerability in rss_getfile.php in Academic Web Tools (AWT YEKTA) 1.4.3.1, and 1.4.2.8 and earlier, allows remote attackers to redirect users to arbitrary web sites and conduct phishing attacks via a URL in the file parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-2878?
CVE-2008-2878 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-2878 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (85th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-2878?
CVE-2008-2878 affects Yektaweb Academic Web Tools. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-2878?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-2878 published?
CVE-2008-2878 was published on 2008-06-26 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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