CVE-2008-5110

CVE-2008-5110 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Oneidentity Syslog-ng with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

syslog-ng does not call chdir when it calls chroot, which might allow attackers to escape the intended jail. NOTE: this is only a vulnerability when a separate vulnerability is present. This flaw affects syslog-ng versions prior to and including 2.0.9.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5110?
syslog-ng does not call chdir when it calls chroot, which might allow attackers to escape the intended jail. NOTE: this is only a vulnerability when a separate vulnerability is present. This flaw affects syslog-ng versions prior to and including 2.0.9.
How severe is CVE-2008-5110?
CVE-2008-5110 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-5110 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (80th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5110?
CVE-2008-5110 affects Oneidentity Syslog-ng. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5110?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its critical severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2008-5110 published?
CVE-2008-5110 was published on 2008-11-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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