CVE-2008-5176

CVE-2008-5176 is a critical-severity vulnerability in Clientsoftware Wincom Mpd Total 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. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-119.

Key facts

Description

Multiple buffer overflows in Client Software WinCom LPD Total 3.0.2.623 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long 0x02 command to the remote administration service on TCP port 13500 or (2) a long invalid control filename to LPDService.exe on TCP port 515.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5176?
Multiple buffer overflows in Client Software WinCom LPD Total 3.0.2.623 and earlier allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via (1) a long 0x02 command to the remote administration service on TCP port 13500 or (2) a long invalid control filename to LPDService.exe on TCP port 515.
How severe is CVE-2008-5176?
CVE-2008-5176 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 9.3, rated critical severity.
Is CVE-2008-5176 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (92nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5176?
CVE-2008-5176 affects Clientsoftware Wincom Mpd Total. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5176?
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-2008-5176 published?
CVE-2008-5176 was published on 2008-11-20 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

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