How severe is CVE-2008-3962?

CVE-2008-3962 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated low severity.

Is CVE-2008-3962 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-3962?

CVE-2008-3962 primarily affects Ssmtp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-3962?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2008-3962 published?

CVE-2008-3962 was published on 2008-09-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-3962

CVE-2008-3962 is a low-severity vulnerability in Ssmtp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6. 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-200.

Key facts

Severity: Low (CVSS 2.0 base score 2.6)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (78th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-200
Affected product: Ssmtp
Published: 2008-09-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The from_format function in ssmtp.c in ssmtp 2.61 and 2.62, in certain configurations, uses uninitialized memory for the From: field of an e-mail message, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) in opportunistic circumstances by reading a message.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-3962?: The from_format function in ssmtp.c in ssmtp 2.61 and 2.62, in certain configurations, uses uninitialized memory for the From: field of an e-mail message, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information (memory contents) in opportunistic circumstances by reading a message.
How severe is CVE-2008-3962?: CVE-2008-3962 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 2.6, rated low severity.
Is CVE-2008-3962 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-3962?: CVE-2008-3962 primarily affects Ssmtp. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-3962?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-3962 published?: CVE-2008-3962 was published on 2008-09-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:ssmtp:ssmtp:2.61:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ssmtp:ssmtp:2.62:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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