How severe is CVE-2008-4414?

CVE-2008-4414 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-4414 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-2008-4414?

CVE-2008-4414 primarily affects Hp Tru64. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4414?

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-2008-4414 published?

CVE-2008-4414 was published on 2008-11-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-4414

CVE-2008-4414 is a high-severity vulnerability in Hp Tru64 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-264.

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-264
Affected product: Hp Tru64
Published: 2008-11-07
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Unspecified vulnerability in the AdvFS showfile command in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1B-3 and 5.1B-4 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-4414?: Unspecified vulnerability in the AdvFS showfile command in HP Tru64 UNIX 5.1B-3 and 5.1B-4 allows local users to gain privileges via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-4414?: CVE-2008-4414 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-4414 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-2008-4414?: CVE-2008-4414 primarily affects Hp Tru64. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4414?: 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-2008-4414 published?: CVE-2008-4414 was published on 2008-11-07 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:o:hp:tru64:5.1b3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:o:hp:tru64:5.1b4:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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