CVE-2008-4614
CVE-2008-4614 is a high-severity vulnerability in Portalapp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. 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-287.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (87th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-287
- Affected product: Portalapp
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
PortalApp 4.0 does not require authentication for (1) forums.asp and (2) content.asp, which allows remote attackers to create and delete forums, topics, and replies.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2008-4614?
- PortalApp 4.0 does not require authentication for (1) forums.asp and (2) content.asp, which allows remote attackers to create and delete forums, topics, and replies.
- How severe is CVE-2008-4614?
- CVE-2008-4614 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-2008-4614 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (87th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2008-4614?
- CVE-2008-4614 affects Portalapp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2008-4614?
- 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-2008-4614 published?
- CVE-2008-4614 was published on 2008-10-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://secunia.com/advisories/28337
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4439
- http://www.aspapp.com/content.asp?CatId=197&ContentType=Downloads
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/27170
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/39457
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/4848
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:portalapp:portalapp:4.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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