How severe is CVE-2008-3652?

CVE-2008-3652 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-3652 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3652?

CVE-2008-3652 affects Ipsec-tools. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3652?

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-2008-3652 published?

CVE-2008-3652 was published on 2008-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3652

CVE-2008-3652 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ipsec-tools with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-399.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (88th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-399
Affected product: Ipsec-tools
Published: 2008-08-13
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

src/racoon/handler.c in racoon in ipsec-tools does not remove an "orphaned ph1" (phase 1) handle when it has been initiated remotely, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption).

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3652?: src/racoon/handler.c in racoon in ipsec-tools does not remove an "orphaned ph1" (phase 1) handle when it has been initiated remotely, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (resource consumption).
How severe is CVE-2008-3652?: CVE-2008-3652 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-3652 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3652?: CVE-2008-3652 affects Ipsec-tools. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3652?: 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-2008-3652 published?: CVE-2008-3652 was published on 2008-08-13 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:ipsec-tools:ipsec-tools:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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