How severe is CVE-2008-5422?

CVE-2008-5422 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5422 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-2008-5422?

CVE-2008-5422 primarily affects Sun Ray Server Software. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5422?

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-2008-5422 published?

CVE-2008-5422 was published on 2008-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5422

CVE-2008-5422 is a high-severity vulnerability in Sun Ray Server Software 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-264.

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-264
Affected product: Sun Ray Server Software
Published: 2008-12-11
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

Sun Sun Ray Server Software 3.1 through 4.0 does not properly restrict access, which allows remote attackers to discover the Sun Ray administration password, and obtain admin access to the Data Store and Administration GUI, via unspecified vectors.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5422?: Sun Sun Ray Server Software 3.1 through 4.0 does not properly restrict access, which allows remote attackers to discover the Sun Ray administration password, and obtain admin access to the Data Store and Administration GUI, via unspecified vectors.
How severe is CVE-2008-5422?: CVE-2008-5422 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5422 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-2008-5422?: CVE-2008-5422 primarily affects Sun Ray Server Software. In total, 9 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5422?: 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-2008-5422 published?: CVE-2008-5422 was published on 2008-12-11 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (9)

cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.0:*:sparc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.1:*:sparc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:4.0:*:sparc:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.1:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:4.0:*:x86:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.1.1:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:4.0:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.0:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*
cpe:2.3:a:sun:ray_server_software:3.1:*:linux:*:*:*:*:*

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