CVE-2008-3317
CVE-2008-3317 is a high-severity vulnerability in Maian Script World Maian Search with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-287.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 8% (94th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-287
- Affected product: Maian Script World Maian Search
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
admin/index.php in Maian Search 1.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access by sending an arbitrary search_cookie cookie.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-3317?
- admin/index.php in Maian Search 1.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to bypass authentication and gain administrative access by sending an arbitrary search_cookie cookie.
- How severe is CVE-2008-3317?
- CVE-2008-3317 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-3317 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 8% (94th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-3317?
- CVE-2008-3317 primarily affects Maian Script World Maian Search. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-3317?
- 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-2008-3317 published?
- CVE-2008-3317 was published on 2008-07-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31075
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4042
- http://www.maianscriptworld.co.uk/free-php-scripts/maian-search/development/index.html
- http://www.maianscriptworld.co.uk/news.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30211
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43753
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6066
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:a:maian_script_world:maian_search:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:maian_script_world:maian_search:1.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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