How severe is CVE-2008-5631?

CVE-2008-5631 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.

Is CVE-2008-5631 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2008-5631?

CVE-2008-5631 affects Activewebsoftwares Active Ewebquiz. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2008-5631?

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-2008-5631 published?

CVE-2008-5631 was published on 2008-12-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

CVE-2008-5631

CVE-2008-5631 is a high-severity vulnerability in Activewebsoftwares Active Ewebquiz 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-89.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-89
Affected product: Activewebsoftwares Active Ewebquiz
Published: 2008-12-17
Last modified: 2026-06-16

Description

SQL injection vulnerability in start.asp in Active eWebquiz 8.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) useremail parameter (aka username field) or the (2) password parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2008-5631?: SQL injection vulnerability in start.asp in Active eWebquiz 8.0 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands via the (1) useremail parameter (aka username field) or the (2) password parameter. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
How severe is CVE-2008-5631?: CVE-2008-5631 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2008-5631 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2008-5631?: CVE-2008-5631 affects Activewebsoftwares Active Ewebquiz. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2008-5631?: 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-2008-5631 published?: CVE-2008-5631 was published on 2008-12-17 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

cpe:2.3:a:activewebsoftwares:active_ewebquiz:8.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

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