CVE-2008-3489
CVE-2008-3489 is a high-severity vulnerability in Phpx 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-89.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-89
- Affected product: Phpx
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
SQL injection vulnerability in checkCookie function in includes/functions.inc.php in PHPX 3.5.16 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a PXL cookie.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-3489?
- SQL injection vulnerability in checkCookie function in includes/functions.inc.php in PHPX 3.5.16 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via a PXL cookie.
- How severe is CVE-2008-3489?
- CVE-2008-3489 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-3489 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-3489?
- CVE-2008-3489 affects Phpx. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-3489?
- 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-2008-3489 published?
- CVE-2008-3489 was published on 2008-08-06 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4112
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30478
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44240
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/6176
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:phpx:phpx:3.5.16:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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