How severe is CVE-2008-5116?

CVE-2008-5116 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5116 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5116?

CVE-2008-5116 primarily affects Sun Java System Identity Manager. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5116?

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-2008-5116 published?

CVE-2008-5116 was published on 2008-11-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5116

CVE-2008-5116 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Java System Identity Manager with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. 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-22.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.8)
EPSS exploit prediction: 4% (89th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-22
Affected product: Sun Java System Identity Manager
Published: 2008-11-18
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Directory traversal vulnerability in idm/includes/helpServer.jsp in Sun Java System Identity Manager 6.0 through 6.0 SP4, 7.0, and 7.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files in the filesystem of the IDM server via directory traversal sequences in the ext parameter.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5116?: Directory traversal vulnerability in idm/includes/helpServer.jsp in Sun Java System Identity Manager 6.0 through 6.0 SP4, 7.0, and 7.1 allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files in the filesystem of the IDM server via directory traversal sequences in the ext parameter.
How severe is CVE-2008-5116?: CVE-2008-5116 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5116 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 4% (89th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5116?: CVE-2008-5116 primarily affects Sun Java System Identity Manager. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5116?: 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-2008-5116 published?: CVE-2008-5116 was published on 2008-11-18 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:6.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:6.0:sp1:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:6.0:sp2:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:6.0:sp3:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:6.0:sp4:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:7.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:java_system_identity_manager:7.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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