How severe is CVE-2008-4553?

CVE-2008-4553 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-4553 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-4553?

CVE-2008-4553 affects Qemu. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-4553?

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-2008-4553 published?

CVE-2008-4553 was published on 2008-10-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-4553

CVE-2008-4553 is a high-severity vulnerability in Qemu 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-59.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.2)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (38th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-59
Affected product: Qemu
Published: 2008-10-15
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

qemu-make-debian-root in qemu 0.9.1-5 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files and directories.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-4553?: qemu-make-debian-root in qemu 0.9.1-5 on Debian GNU/Linux allows local users to overwrite arbitrary files via a symlink attack on temporary files and directories.
How severe is CVE-2008-4553?: CVE-2008-4553 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.2, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-4553 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-4553?: CVE-2008-4553 affects Qemu. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-4553?: 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-2008-4553 published?: CVE-2008-4553 was published on 2008-10-15 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:qemu:qemu:0.9.1-5:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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