How severe is CVE-2008-3294?

CVE-2008-3294 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2008-3294 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3294?

CVE-2008-3294 primarily affects Vim. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3294?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2008-3294 published?

CVE-2008-3294 was published on 2008-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3294

CVE-2008-3294 is a low-severity vulnerability in Vim with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7. 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: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 3.7)
EPSS exploit prediction: 5% (90th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-94
Affected product: Vim
Published: 2008-07-24
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

src/configure.in in Vim 5.0 through 7.1, when used for a build with Python support, does not ensure that the Makefile-conf temporary file has the intended ownership and permissions, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying this file during a time window, or by creating it ahead of time with permissions that prevent its modification by configure.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3294?: src/configure.in in Vim 5.0 through 7.1, when used for a build with Python support, does not ensure that the Makefile-conf temporary file has the intended ownership and permissions, which allows local users to execute arbitrary code by modifying this file during a time window, or by creating it ahead of time with permissions that prevent its modification by configure.
How severe is CVE-2008-3294?: CVE-2008-3294 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 3.7, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2008-3294 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 5% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3294?: CVE-2008-3294 primarily affects Vim. In total, 16 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3294?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-3294 published?: CVE-2008-3294 was published on 2008-07-24 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (16)

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cpe:2.3:a:vim:vim:5.8:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:vim:vim:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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cpe:2.3:a:vim:vim:6.4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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