How severe is CVE-2008-5221?

CVE-2008-5221 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5221 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5221?

CVE-2008-5221 primarily affects Wportfolio. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5221?

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-2008-5221 published?

CVE-2008-5221 was published on 2008-11-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5221

CVE-2008-5221 is a high-severity vulnerability in Wportfolio 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% (83rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-287
Affected product: Wportfolio
Published: 2008-11-25
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The account_save action in admin/userinfo.php in wPortfolio 0.3 and earlier does not require authentication and does not require knowledge of the original password, which allows remote attackers to change the admin account password via modified password and password_retype parameters.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5221?: The account_save action in admin/userinfo.php in wPortfolio 0.3 and earlier does not require authentication and does not require knowledge of the original password, which allows remote attackers to change the admin account password via modified password and password_retype parameters.
How severe is CVE-2008-5221?: CVE-2008-5221 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5221 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (83rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5221?: CVE-2008-5221 primarily affects Wportfolio. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5221?: 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-2008-5221 published?: CVE-2008-5221 was published on 2008-11-25 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)

cpe:2.3:a:wportfolio:wportfolio:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:wportfolio:wportfolio:0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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