How severe is CVE-2008-5326?

CVE-2008-5326 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.4, rated medium severity.

Is CVE-2008-5326 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5326?

CVE-2008-5326 primarily affects Ibm Rational Clearquest. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5326?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.

When was CVE-2008-5326 published?

CVE-2008-5326 was published on 2008-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5326

CVE-2008-5326 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ibm Rational Clearquest with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.4. 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-255.

Key facts

Severity: Medium (CVSS 2.0 base score 4.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (19th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-255
Affected product: Ibm Rational Clearquest
Published: 2008-12-05
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

The ClearQuest Maintenance Tool in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.0.0 before 7.0.0.4 and 7.0.1 before 7.0.1.3 on Windows allows local users to obtain (1) user and (2) database passwords by using a password revealer utility on a field containing a series of asterisks.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5326?: The ClearQuest Maintenance Tool in IBM Rational ClearQuest 7.0.0 before 7.0.0.4 and 7.0.1 before 7.0.1.3 on Windows allows local users to obtain (1) user and (2) database passwords by using a password revealer utility on a field containing a series of asterisks.
How severe is CVE-2008-5326?: CVE-2008-5326 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2008-5326 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (19th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5326?: CVE-2008-5326 primarily affects Ibm Rational Clearquest. In total, 7 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5326?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2008-5326 published?: CVE-2008-5326 was published on 2008-12-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (7)

cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.0.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.0.3:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:ibm:rational_clearquest:7.0.1.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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