CVE-2008-3915

CVE-2008-3915 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Linux Linux Kernel with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Buffer overflow in nfsd in the Linux kernel before 2.6.26.4, when NFSv4 is enabled, allows remote attackers to have an unknown impact via vectors related to decoding an NFSv4 acl.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3915?
Buffer overflow in nfsd in the Linux kernel before 2.6.26.4, when NFSv4 is enabled, allows remote attackers to have an unknown impact via vectors related to decoding an NFSv4 acl.
How severe is CVE-2008-3915?
CVE-2008-3915 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-3915 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (90th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3915?
CVE-2008-3915 primarily affects Linux Linux Kernel. In total, 63 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3915?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-3915 published?
CVE-2008-3915 was published on 2008-09-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (63)

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