How severe is CVE-2008-3947?

CVE-2008-3947 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-3947 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3947?

CVE-2008-3947 affects Hp Openvms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3947?

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-2008-3947 published?

CVE-2008-3947 was published on 2008-09-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3947

CVE-2008-3947 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Openvms with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2. 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-20.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (36th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-20
Affected product: Hp Openvms
Published: 2008-09-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

DCL (aka the CLI) in OpenVMS Alpha 8.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a long command line.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3947?: DCL (aka the CLI) in OpenVMS Alpha 8.3 allows local users to gain privileges via a long command line.
How severe is CVE-2008-3947?: CVE-2008-3947 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-3947 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (36th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3947?: CVE-2008-3947 affects Hp Openvms. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3947?: 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-2008-3947 published?: CVE-2008-3947 was published on 2008-09-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:o:hp:openvms:8.3:*:alpha:*:*:*:*:*

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